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Today Mitchell brings into its fleet a Pierce 100 Foot Aerial. The Arial was purchased from Castle Shannon Volunteer Fire Department. We would like to thank the entire CSVFD for all its generosity and help in making this a remarkable event for the Mitchell Fire Protection District. A special thanks goes out to Chief Reffner and his Assistant Chief Peifer who were so accommodating in taking care of our needs.
Aerial 1137 that was nick named the Green Giant will serve this community well This aerial has a 100 foot reach and will flow water at 2000 GPH using a two stage pump. It is replacing an old out dated 1974 Sutphen 85 foot aerial. Click HERE to purchase
We would also like to mention a special thanks to Mr. Herzog and all the staff at Madison County Community Development who provided the needed loan to acquire this apparatus in such short notice.
Captain Ribbing, Captain Burton, Firefighter Miller and Trustee Copper made the trip to Castle Shannon to bring the aerial back.
Aerial 1137 that was nick named the Green Giant will serve this community well This aerial has a 100 foot reach and will flow water at 2000 GPH using a two stage pump. It is replacing an old out dated 1974 Sutphen 85 foot aerial. Click HERE to purchase
We would also like to mention a special thanks to Mr. Herzog and all the staff at Madison County Community Development who provided the needed loan to acquire this apparatus in such short notice.
Captain Ribbing, Captain Burton, Firefighter Miller and Trustee Copper made the trip to Castle Shannon to bring the aerial back.
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Mitchell Fire Department
213 E Chain Of Rocks Rd
Mitchell Il. 62040
618-931-0161
213 E Chain Of Rocks Rd
Mitchell Il. 62040
618-931-0161
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If you are driving and you encounter a flashing blue light, we ask that you please yield the right away to our volunteer firefighters.
If you are driving and you encounter a flashing blue light, we ask that you please yield the right away to our volunteer firefighters.
Welcome to Mitchell Fire and Rescue commonly known as the Mitchell Fire Department. The Fire Department was established in Mitchell IL in 1945 when members built its first Fire Station on what is now known as Historic Route 66. The building and labor was supplied by members of the fire department. In December of 1949 an election for a fire district was held and past. The first three trustees were All Paul, Joseph Troeckler and George Bugle. Click HERE for rest of story.
Mitchell FD consists of an all Volunteer membership who answers emergency calls relayed from Madison County 911 Dispatch, Edwardsville Police as well as Pontoon Beach Police Department. The department has 2 fire houses and a total of 8 response vehicles. Mitchell Fire Department responds to about 60 to 70 calls a month. Who are these Firefighters? click HERE
Station 2 at Maryville and Old Alton Rd which houses 3 of the response vehicles was built by the district to better serve the community due to the Rail Road tracks often being used by trains. It also serves as a small sub-station for Madison County Sheriffs department. Mitchell Station 2 will host the annual Fire Prevention Week in October.
Eddie Lee is currently the Chief, his son Joe Lee is Assistant Chief, Eddie started in 1974 as a Firefighter and achieved status of Chief in 1989.
Since the inception of the department there has always been a ladies auxiliary department that helps tremendously with operations and funding. They are a vital part of the organization.
Mitchell FD consists of an all Volunteer membership who answers emergency calls relayed from Madison County 911 Dispatch, Edwardsville Police as well as Pontoon Beach Police Department. The department has 2 fire houses and a total of 8 response vehicles. Mitchell Fire Department responds to about 60 to 70 calls a month. Who are these Firefighters? click HERE
Station 2 at Maryville and Old Alton Rd which houses 3 of the response vehicles was built by the district to better serve the community due to the Rail Road tracks often being used by trains. It also serves as a small sub-station for Madison County Sheriffs department. Mitchell Station 2 will host the annual Fire Prevention Week in October.
Eddie Lee is currently the Chief, his son Joe Lee is Assistant Chief, Eddie started in 1974 as a Firefighter and achieved status of Chief in 1989.
Since the inception of the department there has always been a ladies auxiliary department that helps tremendously with operations and funding. They are a vital part of the organization.
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Station 1 East Chain of Rocks Rd
Station 2 Maryville Rd.
Tribute to Mike Essenpries Chief Engineer 3
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The mission of the Mitchell Volunteer Fire Department shall be the protection, preservation and well-being of the health, safety, and property of all persons residing, working or otherwise within the Mitchell Fire Protection District. We shall accomplish this mission not only through emergency medical services, and fire suppression but also from fire prevention and education. We shall maintain a high standard of training and education, act and perform in a safe, courteous, and professional manner. We will strive to create a strong bond with the residents of Mitchell and surrounding communities, also to interact professionally with other fire districts and departments. As members of the Mitchell Volunteer Fire Department, we have chosen to be part of a team that takes pride in representing this mission through dedication and integrity.
