Dixon Rural Firefighters Association

10/15/2026

10/09/2026

We are always ready to serve our community, whether we are on or off duty.

Thank you Nathan Dahlstrom for your quick action and helping this Father’s daughter!!

Last night at Lil Smoked Bar + Grill, a dinner between a dad and his young daughter took a frightening turn when she began choking on a chip.
Her father immediately tried to help her, and our staff called emergency services. As the situation became increasingly serious, Nathan Dahlstrom, who happened to be dining with us, jumped into action and was able to dislodge the chip.
Nathan, words cannot express how grateful we are that you were there. Your quick response and willingness to help made an incredible difference for this little girl and her father. ❤️
Please join us in thanking Nathan for stepping forward when it mattered most. Our community is fortunate to have people like you.

09/29/2026

09/27/2026

Congratulations to Sublette Fire Department on your 100-year anniversary!! Today they had an open house and State Representative Brad Fritts and Illinois State Fire Marshal Michelle Pankow were in attendance.

09/25/2026

🚒 Dixon Rural Fire Expands Life-Saving Emergency Care Capabilities 🚒

Dixon Rural Fire Protection District is proud to announce that we are now one of the first fire departments in the area to carry Cyanokit®, a critical treatment used for emergency cyanide poisoning incidents caused by smoke inhalation during structure fires.

Modern fires can produce toxic gases that place victims at risk for cyanide poisoning, a serious and potentially life-threatening condition. By carrying Cyanokit® on our emergency apparatus, our firefighters and EMS personnel can begin advanced treatment sooner, improving patient outcomes when every second counts.

This addition enhances the advanced medical care available throughout our response area and neighboring communities, further strengthening our commitment to protecting the people we serve.

As Fire Chief Dustin Dahlstrom stated:

"This investment reflects our commitment to providing the highest level of emergency care possible. By carrying the Cyanokit®, our firefighters and EMS personnel are better equipped to respond to some of the most critical medical emergencies encountered during fire incidents."

At Dixon Rural Fire, we remain committed to proactively investing in training, equipment, and resources that improve public safety and ensure the highest quality emergency care for our residents, visitors, and neighboring communities.

09/24/2026

Running from Oct. 4 to 10, Fire Prevention Week’s theme is “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower.”

09/12/2026

Members of the Dixon Rural Fire Department joined other local agency's and the community this morning at Veterans Park in remembrance of the 25th anniversary of September 11th, 2001.

Thank you to our local VFW and American Legion for coordinating this memorial ceremony.

We honor and remember all those who were lost.

We will never forget.

09/11/2026

Thank you Brett Nicklaus and Trinity Financial for dropping off lunch and cake to the Dixon Rural Fire Department today. They have been providing food for first responders to commemorate September 11th for 18 years. Thank you for your continued support for many years.

09/04/2026

Congratulations Firefighter Mason Lopez on completing your nine week Fire Academy at NIPSTA. Glad to have you back and ready to work.