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National Weather Service Alerts for Kankakee County, IL
Welcome to the Official Website for the Bourbonnais Fire Protection District
ISO Public Protection Classification
ISO Class 3 applies to properties within 5 road miles of a recognized fire station and within 1,000 feet of a fire hydrant or alternate water supply.
ISO Class 3Y applies to properties beyond 1,000 feet of a fire hydrant but within 5 road miles of a recognzied fire station.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bourbonnais Fire Protection District is to provide professional customer-based service to the communities we serve through the preservation of life and property, and to ensure well-trained and dedicated staff.
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Illinois State Fire Marshal encouraging safety during Arson Awareness Week
Member Jim Keener, May 11
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — During the week of May 7 through 13, the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is raising awareness of the seriousness of the crime of arson. The theme for Arson Awareness Week in 2023 is "Understanding and Mitigating Youth Firesetting Issues."
“I encourage parents and other family members to stress the importance of not playing with matches and leaving lighters alone. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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International Firefighters Day May 4th, 2023
Member Jim Keener, May 04
International Firefighters Day is observed annually on May 4 internationally, and this year is no exception. Fire is a powerful force and has a reputation for being destructive, but there’s so much more to fire than that. It gives energy in the form of heat, and light that is critical for our survival. However, when this element is out of control, it can be disastrous. It’s important to remember though, ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Code Red Emergency Alerts
Member Jim Keener, April 05
When seconds count, be fully informed and continuously updated. You’re here because the public safety officials in your area are making strides to better protect you and your community with the CodeRED emergency notification system.
With CodeRED, state and local agencies can deliver geo-targeted, time-sensitive information to individuals who have registered to receive alerts. Notifications can be ... (Full Story)
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New Illinois’ Smoke Detector Act:
Member Jim Keener, February 25
You may have heard that Illinois has changed their smoke alarm law. These recent revisions to Illinois’ Smoke Detector Act will require many residents to install new smoke detectors with 10-year sealed batteries by January 1, 2023.
What is the Updated Illinois Smoke Alarm Law?
• Since 1988, all dwellings in Illinois have been required to have smoke alarms.
• In 2017, Public Act 200 was passed to ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Sign Up Today for Code Red Emergency Alerts
Member Jim Keener, March 29
WHAT IS CODE RED®?
Code RED® is the FREE community notification system available to local residents that will send you alerts concerning time-sensitive and/or emergency information that may impact your area via phone calls, text messages, emails, and social media.
The Bourbonnais Fire Protection District encourages you to take action and register your cell phone for this service and verify your ... (Full Story)
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