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Fire Department Operations
The Skokie Fire Department provides Fire and Rescue Service to the community. Highly trained and motivated firefighters and officers respond to over 10,000 calls each year. The department covers the 10 1/2 square miles community and services more than 65,000 residents. The department operates under a modern set of Standard Operating Guidelines.
On March 24, 2001 the Fire Department obtained the status of Accredited Agency from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International while holding an Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating of Class I.
Strategic Plan
View the Fire Department's Strategic Plan (PDF).
Accredited Agency
On March 24, 2001 the Fire Department obtained the status of Accredited Agency from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International while holding an Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating of Class I.
Increasing Demands for Service
Service delivery to people is the hallmark of the Skokie Fire Department. Demands on the Department continue to increase, most notably in the areas of emergency medical services, special operations and special event services. This results in programmatic impacts on:- Equipment and Supplies
- Time Management
- Training Development and Maintenance