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1. What are the sirens I hear once a month on Tuesday mornings around 10:00 am?

We are testing the outdoor warning sirens to make sure they are working properly.

2. We recently had a fire in our home. What do we do next?

Contact your insurance agent immediately. Your insurance company will see that your residence is properly boarded up and utilities are restored when possible. If you do not have insurance, or your insurance does not cover all losses, you can receive assistance from the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago at (312) 729-6258 or the Salvation Army at (630) 629-4948.

Three hotels in the area include:

• Marriott Courtyard (630) 941-9444
• Marriott Town Place Suites (630) 932-4400
• Marriott Residence Inn (630) 629-7800

If you have any questions or concerns that we might help you with, please contact the Elmhurst Fire Department.

3. We recently bought an outdoor fireplace or burn pit. Do I need a permit?

Yes. You can either download and complete the Burn Permit form or stop in at City Hall and the Fire / Building Department counter to fill one out. Upon completion, you will receive a copy of the ordinances that go along with this permit which state what can and cannot be burned. This is a one-time only permit that can be obtained at no charge. Burn Permit Form

4. We'd like to have a fire truck at our block party. How do I arrange this?

Call the Fire Department at (630) 530-3090 to make arrangements.

5. How do I make an appointment to have a technician inspect our child car seat to make sure it is installed properly?

Call the Fire Department at (630) 530-3090 to find out details and make an appointment.

6. I would like to get a copy of my fire or ambulance report. Who do I call?

To obtain this information, you will need to fill out a Freedom of Information Act Form - Request for Public Records or come into City Hall to fill out the form. Upon receipt of the original completed form with your signature, the Fire Department Administration will then be able to release this information.

7. Who do I speak to regarding my ambulance bill?

Call Metro Paramedics at (630) 530-2988.

8. My Carbon Monoxide detector is beeping. What do I do now?

Call 9-1-1. A firetruck will be dispatched to your house with the appropriate equipment on board to test the air in your house to make sure that it is safe. It is very important to make sure that the air quality is not dangerous and the Fire Department is happy to carry out this function.

9. I would like to arrange a station tour for a group visit. How can I do this?

Please call Fire Department Administration at 630-530-3090 to get additional details and to make arrangements.

10. How do I adopt a fire hydrant?

https://www.elmhurst.org/FormCenter/Fire-Department-6/Adopt-A-Fire-Hydrant-Program-56