County fire departments and fire districts provide emergency response and fire prevention services across incorporated and unincorporated areas of the county, often coordinating with municipal departments and volunteer companies for large-scale incidents. There are 15 Fire Departments locations in Dekalb County, Illinois.
County residents in unincorporated areas should know which fire district covers their property, as coverage areas and services can vary between municipal fire departments and county fire districts.
List of Dekalb County, Illinois Fire Departments
Dekalb Fire Department Station 1
Cortland Fire Department
Dekalb Fire Department Station 2
Dekalb Fire Department Station 3
Genoa Fire Department
Hinckley Fire Protection District
Sandwich Community Fire Protection District
Genoa-Kingston Fire Protection District Station 1
Genoa-Kingston Fire Protection District Station 2
Kirkland Fire Protection District
Malta Fire Protection District
Shabbona Community Ambulance / Shabbona Fire Department
Somonauk Community Fire Protection District
Sycamore Fire Department
Waterman Fire Protection District
Residents of Dekalb County can contact their local fire station for burn permit requirements, commercial inspection scheduling, and fire prevention resources. During periods of high fire danger, check the county fire department website for any active burn bans before conducting any outdoor burning.
You may also find Fire Departments locations in neighboring counties including DeKalb, Kane, Lee.