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Burnham Fire Departmemt

We pride ourselves on being available 24/7, ready to respond to emergencies and ensure the safety of our residents. Through ongoing training and community engagement, we aim to not only protect lives but also foster a spirit of support and collaboration within Burnham. Join us in building a safer, stronger community together.

The Burnham Fire Department provides emergency medical, fire suppression and related services within the Village of Burnham. The department also provides these services to surrounding communities in accordance with mutual aid agreements entered into by the village with the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) and the Third District Chief’s Association.

The department operates out of one station located at 14101 Hoxie Avenue, Burnham, Illinois.

There are currently 23 members of the department. They include 1 Chief, 1 Assistant Chief, 2 Captains, 4 Lieutenants and 16 firefighters. Members serve on an on-call basis and are certified by the State of Illinois as Firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians. The department responds to approximately 650 calls per year for fire, emergency medical and related services.

The department apparatus consists of two Class A pumpers, one brush truck/rescue squad and a Chief/command vehicle. The department members meet and train every Thursday evening and on selected weekend days throughout the year. Information on membership may be obtained at the fire station. Members also regularly participate in various training academies and classes throughout the State of Illinois.

In 2015 the fire department entered into an agreement with fire departments from the City of Calumet City, Village of Dolton and Village of Riverdale to provide assistance in the event a reported building fire in Burnham. This “automatic aid” agreement provides that if a fire is reported in town fire apparatus and personnel from Burnham, Calumet City, Dolton and Riverdale will immediately respond.

These agreements are now the standard in fire protection for small communities such as Burnham and we are proud to offer this first class service to our citizens.