Coffeen Fire Dept.

06/08/2026

Coffeen Fire Department recently submitted a grant to the IDNR(Illinois Department of Natural Resources). We were awarded that grant from IDNR in the amount of $10,000.00. We would like to Thank Chief Collin Wasson for all his designated time and hard work to write these grants for Coffeen Fire Department. We will be using this grant money on the following items.

SCBA Bottles
SCBA Batteries
SCBA Face mask
SCBA Chargers
1” WildLand Hose (50’)
1” WildLand Hose (25’)
3” Fill Hose
Portable Radios

IDNR has awarded $495,000 in federal grants to 73 volunteer fire departments across the state to help with purchasing new equipment or paying for fire training.

The Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) grant program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service. The program provides matching funds to aid fire departments in the purchase of new equipment and helps fund training. Funding is passed through IDNR to local fire departments and fire training academies.

The 73 grantees provide fire protection to about 250,000 Illinois residents, primarily in rural areas of Illinois.

Learn more and read about the recipients here:https://www.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/illinois/iisnewsattachments/32588-060526-dnr-volunteer-fire-assistance-grants-002.pdf.pdf

06/01/2026

Coffeen Fire's call for May 2026.

2026-059 - EMS
2026-060 - EMS
2026-061 - EMS
2026-062 - Structure fire - Mutual aid to Witt Fire Dept.
2026-063 - EMS
2026-064 - EMS
2026-065 - EMS
2026-066 - EMS
2026-067 - Brush/Ground fire
2026-068 - EMS
2026-069 - EMS
2026-070 - Trash/Dumpster fire
2026-071 - Motor vehicle accident
2026-072 - Power lines down
2026-073 - EMS

05/27/2026

The Coffeen Fire Department received a Grant check for $5,000 from MJM Electric Cooperative. These funds are an enormous contribution to the funding for New SCBA Harness and batteries. We would like to thank MJM for this! Also we would like to thank Chief Collin Wasson for taking the time to write this grant up for the Coffeen Fire Department.

Picture is from left to right
Angel Spensberger, Addyson Walters, Thomas Stanfill, Logan Ellis, Carter Heintz, Chief Collin Wasson, Assistant Chief Brayden Summers, Leah Stanfill and Savannah Stanfill.
Holding the sign is Weston Stanfill and Eric Cooper from MJM Electric Cooperative.

05/27/2026

Tonight, Coffeen Fire Department hosted a continuing education class focused on EMR and BLS medications along with an ambulance overview. We would like to extend a huge thank you to Paramedic Alex Heyen from Hillsboro Area Ambulance for taking the time to come teach and share her knowledge with our personnel.

We also appreciate the great turnout and participation from members of Coffeen Fire Department, Hillsboro Area Ambulance, and Livingston Fire Protection District. Opportunities like this help strengthen our partnerships and continue improving the care we provide to our communities.

Thank you again to Alex and everyone who attended!

05/25/2026

Today, the members of Coffeen Fire Department remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

As you spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day, please celebrate safely:
• Never drink and drive
• Wear your seatbelt
• Stay hydrated
• Use caution with grills and outdoor fires

From all of us at Coffeen Fire Department, have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

Tonight, Coffeen Fire Department crews delivered goodies to our friends at Hillsboro Area Ambulance and ARCH 2 in recognition of EMS Week.

We are thankful for the dedication, professionalism, and teamwork these crews provide every day while serving our communities. We appreciate all that you do and are proud to work alongside you.

Happy EMS Week! 🚑🚁

05/18/2026

As EMS Week continues, this year’s theme is “Improving Outcomes, Together.”

At the Coffeen Fire Department, we are proud to work alongside our partners at Hillsboro Area Ambulance and local air ambulance services to provide the best possible care for our patients. From routine medical calls to critical emergencies, teamwork between agencies plays a vital role in ensuring our community receives high-quality emergency medical care when it matters most.

We are thankful for the strong partnerships we have built and for the dedicated EMS professionals who serve our communities every day. Happy EMS Week! 🚑

05/17/2026

🚑 Happy EMS Week from the Coffeen Fire Department! 🚑

This week we would like to recognize and thank the dedicated EMS providers who serve our community. Our department is proud to currently have 11 EMS providers consisting of 5 EMRs, 5 EMTs, and 1 Paramedic.

The Coffeen Fire Department operates at the EMR level, with a Basic Life Support (BLS) upgrade when one of our EMTs is on scene. Whether responding to medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, or assisting our ambulance partners, our EMS personnel are committed to providing compassionate and professional care to those in need.

On a personal note, I would like to thank each and every one of our EMS providers for the time, effort, and dedication you put into serving the residents of our district. Your willingness to train, respond at all hours of the day and night, and care for our community does not go unnoticed. I am proud to work alongside all of you and appreciate everything you do for this department and the people we serve.

— Brayden Summers
Assistant Chief / EMS Coordinator

05/15/2026

We would like to thank the Montgomery County Sheriff’s for everything they do for our community.! This is just a little Thank you 😊

Thank you to the Coffeen Fire Department for the cupcakes, cookies and support during Police Week. We appreciate you thinking of us and all you do for our community. We’re grateful for your continued support during this week and beyond.