Plainfield Fire Protection District

10/21/2026

CN Railroad will be completing track repairs at the 127th Street crossing, east of Route 30, starting at 9 a.m. on Monday, October 26. The crossing will be completely closed to all traffic through Wednesday, November 4. A detour route will be posted.

10/20/2026

Plainfield Fire recently hosted the final practicals for our Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).

CERT is a nationally recognized program developed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that trains community members in basic emergency preparedness and disaster response skills. Volunteers learn how to assist themselves, their families, and their neighbors during emergencies when first responders may be delayed due to the size and scope of an incident.

Through CERT training, participants gain hands-on knowledge in:
• Disaster preparedness
• Fire safety and utility control
• Basic disaster medical operations
• Light search and rescue
• Team organization and communication
• Emergency response coordination

CERT members do not replace professional firefighters, law enforcement officers, or EMS personnel. Instead, they serve as a valuable support resource by assisting with community preparedness efforts, public education, disaster response, and recovery operations under the direction of our local Plainfield Emergency Management Agency.

10/16/2026

Come out and enjoy the fun on November 15th! The Plainfield Township Highway Department is having a community leaf jump.

10/10/2026

🍂🎃 Keep Fall Decorations Fun — and Fire Safe! 🎃🍂

Fall decorations can make your home feel festive, but some can also create fire hazards. Keep decorations away from heat sources, open flames and exits, and never block doors or escape routes. If you're using candles, consider flameless alternatives and always keep them away from anything that can burn.

As you decorate for the season, take a few extra seconds to make sure your fall décor doesn't create a fire risk. Keep it festive. Keep it safe

10/09/2026

🔒 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Your personal information is valuable — to you and to cybercriminals. 🕵️‍♂️

This month, take a few minutes to strengthen your digital defenses:
💻 Update your software. Turn on automatic updates for devices and apps.

🔑 Use strong passwords. Better yet, use a password manager.
📱 Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA). It’s like locking your door and setting the alarm.
🚨 Think before you click. Don’t fall for suspicious links or attachments.

Preparedness isn’t just about storms — it’s also about protecting yourself online! 🌐

Learn more at Ready.gov/Cybersecurity

10/08/2026

10/07/2026

🔋⚡ Lithium-ion batteries pack a lot of power and with that power comes responsibility.

A damaged, improperly used or incorrectly charged battery can pose a serious fire risk. Take a few simple steps to help use batteries safely:

🔌 Use the charger designed for your device.
📖 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
🚫 Never charge a damaged battery or device.
👀 Keep an eye on devices while they are charging.

🗑️ Dispose of batteries properly—never place them in the trash or recycling.

Take CHARGE of battery safety and learn more ways to safely use, charge and dispose of lithium-ion batteries.

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A PSA about the power of lithium-Ion batteries and precautions that can be taken to use batteries safely. Learn more ways to Take CHARGE of Battery Safety at batteryfiresafety.org.

10/06/2026

🔋⚡ Charge into Fire Safety! ⚡🔋

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to promote Fire Prevention Week™, October 4–10.

This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” reminds us that everyday choices can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires.

💥 Use your charging superpower:
• Use the charger designed for your device.
• Follow the manufacturer’s charging instructions.
• Never charge a damaged battery or device.
• Make smart choices every time you plug in.

Together, we can help keep our communities safe. Charge into Fire Safety!

Learn more at fpw.org

10/05/2026

For 104 years, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has hosted Fire Prevention Week, helping communities learn how to prevent fires and stay safe.
This year, we’re focusing on safe charging and the simple choices we can all make every time we plug in.

Follow Sparky The Fire Dog along all week for more tips and resources, and visit: www.fpw.org

09/28/2026

With the weather getting colder, homeowners need to evaluate their furnace. Home furnace maintenance involves keeping the system clean, efficient, and safe before and during the heating season. Key steps include replacing or cleaning air filters regularly, clearing dust from around the furnace, ensuring vents and registers are unobstructed, and checking the thermostat for proper function. It’s also important to inspect the blower, belts, and electrical connections for wear, listen for unusual noises, and schedule a professional tune-up annually to verify safe ignition, gas or electrical components, and overall system performance