Monticello Fire & Rescue

10/10/2026

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years after the terror attacks on September 11, 2001, we honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost in New York, at the Pentagon, and near Shanksville, Pa., and to remember the sacrifices of first responders who ran toward danger that fateful morning.

07/18/2026

Wildfire smoke from Canada will spread across central and southeast Illinois tonight and continue through Sunday. Levels of smoke are expected to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups in central and southeast IL, and Unhealthy in portions of northern IL. Visibility could be reduced below 6 miles at times in central IL. An air quality alert is in effect for central, southeast, and northern IL. Limit outdoor activities and stay indoors if you are sensitive to poor air quality or experience symptoms such as chest pains, asthma attacks, difficulty breathing, eye or sinus irritation, fatigue, or coughing.

07/04/2026

Celebrating the greatest country ever!
America!!!!!
250!!!!!!

06/28/2026

It’s going to be 🔥 hot 🥵 this week! Please make sure to take the proper precautions-
- stay well hydrated
- take plenty of breaks from the sun
- wear weather-approriate attire

Know the beginning signs of heat related illness -
- heavy sweating
- fatigue
- headache
- muscle cramps
- nausea

Dangerous heat and humidity will dominate central and southeast IL this week. Follow these tips to keep yourself safe from the heat.

06/21/2026

06/17/2026