South Chicago Heights Fire Department

South Chicago Heights Fire Department is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and serves as a local fire department in South Chicago Heights, IL. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Mostly volunteer organization. Headquartered at 2729 Jackson AVE, South Chicago Heights, IL, 60411.

708-755-9589

708-755-7186

Mailing: 2729 Jackson AVE, South Chicago Heights, IL, 60411-4815

24 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

3

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

20

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
1,842
Fire Calls
3.1%
EMS Calls
50.9%
Other Calls
46%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
5m 25s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.4
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide basic life support (BLS)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (446 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
45m 3s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
3.1% (57 calls)
Total EMS Calls
50.9% (938 calls)
Total Other Calls
46% (847 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide basic life support (BLS)
Busiest Month
August (176 calls)
Busiest District
5HW (788 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (446 calls)
Avg. Response Time
5m 25s
Avg. Call Duration
45m 3s
Avg. Personnel Responding
2.4
Mutual Aid Received
139
Mutual Aid Given
405