Wheeling Fire Department

Wheeling Fire Department is staffed by professional career firefighters and serves as a local fire department in Wheeling, IL. Operating out of 3 stations and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 499 S Milwaukee AVE, Wheeling, IL, 60090-5000.

847-459-2662

847-215-4692

Mailing: 499 S Milwaukee AVE, Wheeling, IL, 60090-5000

60 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

55

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

5

Total Calls
5,514
Fire Calls
1.4%
EMS Calls
68.6%
Other Calls
30%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
5m 18s
Avg. Personnel Responding
5
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide advanced life support (ALS)
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (1212 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
54m 2s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
1.4% (79 calls)
Total EMS Calls
68.6% (3,781 calls)
Total Other Calls
30% (1,654 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide advanced life support (ALS)
Busiest Month
January (584 calls)
Busiest District
242 (1,576 calls)
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (1212 calls)
Avg. Response Time
5m 18s
Avg. Call Duration
54m 2s
Avg. Personnel Responding
5
Mutual Aid Received
316
Mutual Aid Given
407