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Fire Department Open House Oct. 14, Noon to 3 p.m.

Celebrating Fire Prevention Week

The St. Charles Fire Department is hosting an open house at Fire Station #1, 112 N. Riverside Avenue on Saturday, October 14, from Noon to 3 p.m. for Fire Prevention Week. The theme this year is “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.” The campaign works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take when cooking to keep themselves and those around them safe. 

All are invited to stop by the Open House, talk with the firefighters, and learn about fire safety. Several activities will be held throughout the day including:

Fire Department Open House is Oct. 14

The St. Charles Fire Department is hosting an open house at Fire Station #1, 112 N. Riverside Avenue on Saturday, October 14, from Noon to 3 p.m. for Fire Prevention Week. The theme this year is “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention”. The campaign works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take when cooking to keep themselves and those around them safe. 

Stop by the Open House, talk with the firefighters, and learn about fire safety. Several activities will be held throughout the day including:

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Sept. 11, 7:30 a.m.

The St. Charles Fire Department is holding its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at 7:30 a.m., Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, outside at the Fire Department Memorial Monument, 2 E. Main St. The ceremony honors first responders who put duty before self to rescue victims of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks and remembers those who lost their lives that day.

The ceremony will include remarks from members of the Fire Department, State Sen. Donald DeWitte, and Mayor Lora Vitek; posting the Fire Department Memorial Flag; placing the memorial wreath; and observing a moment of silence.

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