The Manhattan Fire Protection District (MFPD) started the new year by hiring six full-time firefighters and promoting three firefighters to Lieutenant to serve the new, expanded Fire District, solidifying its staffing following the consolidation with the Peotone Fire Protection
District.

The consolidation, which Peotone voters approved via a referendum in the November general election, is now in ... (Full Story & Photos)

(March 19, 2023) Peotone, IL- At approximately 8:20 am, the Manhattan Fire Protection District (MFPD) was dispatched to a reported auto accident at Rt 45 and Peotone Wilmington Rd intersection.

Upon arrival, fire crews found three vehicles with heavy damage. One of the vehicles was on fire and fully involved. A full still alarm was called for additional resources. Two patients were transported to ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Manhattan Park District and Manhattan Fire Protection District are demonstrating intergovernmental cooperation to improve public safety, increase recreational opportunities, and enhance the quality of life in Manhattan through a unique intergovernmental agreement.

To read the full press release, click the link below.... (Full Story & Photos)

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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Tuesday, July 17, 2022

Manhattan, IL- Manhattan Fire Protection District (MFPD) responded to a fully involved detached outbuilding on the 28700 block of South Elevator Road and 12400 West Eagle Lake Rd at 2:57 PM. No injuries were reported.

Chief 81 was the first unit to arrive on the scene of the reported structure fire at 3:03 PM, followed by MFPD Rescue Engine 82. Upon ... (Full Story & Photos)

STATION 81 WATER INTRUSION REMDIATION

The Manhattan Fire Protection District is seeking bids to remediate water intrusion at its fire station 81 located at 100 South Park Rd. Manhattan, Illinois 60442. Bid specifications and scope of work are available on request from the district. All documents can either be picked up at Station 81, 100 South Park Rd. Manhattan, IL or can be requested via email ... (Full Story)

The Manhattan Fire Protection District is accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for full-time Firefighter/Paramedics. On line applications will be available starting June 1, 2022 at 9:00 am. Applications will be provided by IO Solutions at https://iosolutions.com/product/manhattan-il-firefighter-application/

See below for more information. ... (Full Story)

Manhattan, IL - At approximately 8:21 AM, the Manhattan Fire Protection District (MFPD) was dispatched to a reported structure fire in the 13000 block of West Memorial Drive in Manhattan. The first units arrived on the scene within six minutes of the initial call for service.

Fire crews reported moderate smoke showing from a medium-sized two-story residential house under new construction. Firefighters ... (Full Story & Photos)

(January 25, 2022) Manhattan, IL - At approximately 12:23 PM, the Manhattan Fire Protection District (MFPD) responded to a reported structure fire in a two-story residential building on South Cherry Hill Road in Manhattan. Fire crews who were dispatched to the scene arrived within five minutes of receiving the call for service.

When the crews arrived on the scene, heavy smoke was coming from the ... (Full Story & Photos)

Thank you to all who participated in our recent Coffee with the Chief events in Peotone and Manhattan. We held these events after both fire protection districts announced that they see clear financial and operational benefits by consolidating both districts.

In making this announcement, we intended to begin a dialogue with Peotone and Manhattan residents about how a consolidation of the two fire ... (Full Story & Photos)