Back in April the Manhattan Fire Protection District recognized and honored its members' achievements from 2022 at an appreciation banquet. Since it’s EMS week, it’s the perfect time to share and celebrate our members for their individual and company achievements!
The awards were given to those with 5, 10, 15, and 20 years of service to the District, Unit Citations, Life Saves, Individual Performance, ... (Full Story & Photos)

(April 19, 2023) Manhattan, IL - At approximately 12:58 PM, the Manhattan Fire Protection District (MFPD) was dispatched to a reported fully engulfed attached garage located on the 13200 block of West Burns Road in Manhattan.

The first units arrived on the scene within six minutes of the initial call for service. Fire crews reported moderate smoke and flames showing from a fully engulfed attached ... (Full Story & Photos)

(April 13, 2023) Manhattan, IL - At approximately 12:38 PM, the Manhattan Fire Protection District (MFPD) was dispatched to a reported brush fire in the middle of a field located on the eastbound side of Route 52 between Baker and Delaney Road. The first units arrived on the scene within six minutes of the initial call for service.

Upon arrival, fire crews reported a fire spanning across one acre ... (Full Story & Photos)

(April 13, 2023) Peotone, IL - At approximately 11:58 AM, the Manhattan Fire Protection District (MFPD) was dispatched to a reported fully engulfed pickup truck with fire spreading to the residential structure located on the 10200 block of West Barr Road in Peotone.

The first units arrived on the scene within seven minutes of the initial call for service. Fire crews reported moderate smoke and flames ... (Full Story & Photos)

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)