East Alton Fire Department

10/22/2026

Today, East Alton Firefighters are wrapping up Fire Prevention programs. Every year, we visit Eastwood Elementary and Washington Early Childhood Center and talk to students about fire safety at school and at home.

During this year's program at Eastwood, we shared a video from the Fire Safety Research Institute, outlining the importance of keeping your bedroom door closed while you sleep - "Close before you Doze"...

You may think it's safer to sleep with your bedroom door open, but you may be surprised at what this research shows.

In a house fire, are you safer sleeping with your bedroom doors ope...

10/21/2026

On Sunday (10/18), the EAFD hosted a burn day at Madison Fire Department's training facility. During this live fire training, East Alton and Wood River Firefighters were given real-world scenarios and had the opportunity to hone their skills in a hot, smoky, yet, controlled environment. Key topics covered included fire behavior, fire attack, search & rescue, basement fires, single-story fires, multi-story fires, forcible entry, hose deployment, and incident command.

Huge thanks to our friends at IFSI for their outstanding instruction, and the Madison FD for the use of their facility!

10/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped us fill the boot for the Muscular Dystrophy Association today! If you’d still like to donate you can follow the link in the comments below, or find us at the East Alton Food Truck Festival tomorrow at Van Preter park!

10/03/2026

We are filling the boot for MDA until noon. Come on by to donate, or use the QR code on the sign (and in the comments) to donate online!

10/01/2026

We will be out at the intersection of N. Shamrock and W. Main on Saturday morning, filling the boot for MDA! You can also donate now by using the QR code below!

10/01/2026

We would like to thank Kinder Morgan and the Wood River Fire Department for including us in this training opportunity.

Fires in our area’s industrial facilities are high-risk low-frequency events that require specialized knowledge, equipment, and community collaboration. That process starts with training together!

Today, fire service members from Madison County municipalities and industry met together to learn about the highly specialized tactics and strategies needed to respond to above ground storage tank emergencies.

Thank you to the Wood River Kinder Morgan Terminal management team for organizing, bringing the instructors in from Houston, and providing lunch. Thank you to Wood River Parks & Recreation for providing the meeting space.

09/19/2026

For the last two years, we've invited local racers to showcase their real race cars during the Annual Soap Box Derby Race of Fun.

We'd like to take a minute to thank the following racers that had their cars on display this year!

Doug Buehrer showcased several Quarter Midgets and represented Tri-City Jr Speedway in Granite City. There is a great opportunity for kids to jump in a real car and turn some laps at the upcoming Arrive & Drive on 10/17. Follow their page for more info!

Dylan Merrell and Money Pit Racing displayed their 4-cylinder dirt track car and handed out some autograph cards.

The DeUel family showcased their beautiful Pontiac GTO "Judge" drag car.

Thanks for sharing different forms of racing with our community!

09/13/2026

Yesterday afternoon E-4311 and 4300 responded to this incident to assist Meadowbrook. Crews operated on scene for several hours. E-4321 was staffed with off-duty personnel during this incident. Our thoughts are with the families affected by this incident.

09/12/2026

5:00 pm: We are officially SOLD OUT!

Thank you for all your support and a great day!

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1:12 pm: Pulled Pork BBQ Update!

The Soap Box racing has concluded, but we have plenty of Pulled Pork left, come and see us on Berkshire Blvd. We'll be here until sold out!

09/12/2026

Update from the 31st Annual Soap Box Derby Race of Fun... EAFD takes the win in the first race of the day against the East Alton Police Department... bragging rights for another year!

EAPD also knows where to find the best Pulled Pork Sandwich around!