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 Hancock 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 Hancock County, Illinois Fire Departments
Augusta Fire Protection District
Bowen Fire Protection District
Augusta Fire Protection District
Carthage Fire Department
Dallas City Rural Fire Protection District - Colusa Station
Nauvoo Fire Protection District
Dallas Rural Fire Protection District
Dallas City Rural Fire Protection District - Central Station
Laharpe Fire Protection District Station 1
Hamilton Fire Department
La Harpe Fire Station
Niota Fire Department
Tri-County Fire Protection District
Warsaw Volunteer Fire Department
West Point Fire Protection District
Residents of Hancock 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 Hancock, Henderson, McDonough.