Fire Department

The Village of Gurnee’s Fire Department works hard to prevent fires but, when they do occur, there is an important resource in your neighborhood that your firefighters rely on - fire hydrants.  The Adopt-A-Hydrant program is a community activity that enables residents and businesses to take ownership of a fire hydrant within their neighborhood.  Once residents adopt a hydrant, they will keep it free of trash, weeds, and other debris throughout the year.  Even more critically, they will keep the hydrant free of snow in the winter.  They can also report any damage or leaks to the Public Works Department.

It is the residents' and businesses year-round efforts that help the Gurnee Fire Department in the event of a fire and prevent delays when firefighters need to secure this invaluable water source to put out a fire.

To participate in the program, submit a request online or stop by Fire Station One at 4580 Old Grand Avenue in Gurnee to register and receive an official adoption certificate. 

In an effort to keep our young children safe, the Village of Gurnee Fire Department is continuing its commitment to fire prevention.  At the beginning of each school year, the Public Education Division works diligently in establishing a presence and partnership with all Gurnee schools. Throughout the year, our Fire Inspectors and Firefighters/Paramedics go to schools and various community events educating children on the importance of fire safety. The Fire Department is currently organizing our annual fire safety and burn prevention education program with diversified materials targeted for the children in our community in preparation for the upcoming school year.

The Public Education Division distributes over 10,000 pieces of fire safety and education materials yearly to preschool and elementary aged children at no cost to taxpayers. The materials used have been created by the National Fire Safety Council for the Fire Pup program. They are designed to reach each child's age level of learning. Throughout the years, the materials have garnered positive feedback from both teachers and children.

The program and materials are made possible by tax exempt donations to the National Fire Safety Council, INC. from individuals, businesses and professionals throughout the Village of Gurnee. Sponsoring 50 children can be done for $125.00. Each donation is greatly appreciated.

To show our gratitude, your name or business name will be placed on the “Prestige Page” of all the fire safety activity manuals the children in Gurnee receive. To make a donation, please go online to National Fire Safety Council donation page  and enter program # IL 49-F-13 or have your tax-deductible check payable to the National Fire Safety Council, INC. and mail it directly to:

The Gurnee Fire Department

4580 Old Grand Ave

Gurnee, IL 60031

For more information on the Fire Pup Program, please visit www.nfsc.org. Thank you for your consideration. With your help, this partnership between the Gurnee Fire Department and the National Fire Safety Council is able to spread a message of fire safety to our children. To schedule a tour of a Gurnee Fire Station or to have someone come to your school, please call the Fire Department at 847-599-6800.

How safe is your home? The Gurnee Fire Department will conduct a home safety inspection at no cost to the homeowner. During the inspection we will note hazards that the homeowner is encouraged to correct to ensure their safety.

We will look at the following:

• Exterior
• Basement
• Kitchen
• Living Area
• Bedrooms
• Bathrooms
• Attic
• Garage

The Gurnee Fire Department offers a Knox Box program to aid the residents of Gurnee and the Warren-Waukegan Fire Protection District. The program allows the Fire Department quick access to the home if the homeowner is unable to answer the door. A Knox Box is placed on the home and secured with a key to the home inside.