North Calhoun Fire Protection District

04/27/2026

03/15/2026

Calhoun! STAY ALERT. THERE IS SEVERE WEATHER HAPPENUNG OR INCOMING. Stay alert and near a weather radio or news station. Severe threats including tornadoes, hail, and high winds. There may also be heavy rain that may lead to flash flooding. Stay ready to act and speak shelter if need be. Make sure your phones are charged and alerts are turned on in case of any active warnings. Temperature will drop over 60 degrees today into this evening with snow on the back side. Check on family and friends. If damaged is caused please keep the area clear for first responders. No looky-loos as this can prevent responders from getting to affected areas. Stay safe Calhoun!

02/27/2026

At this time, the North Calhoun Fire Protection District is under a no burn band. If you have any questions or concerns, you may reach out to the North Calhoun Fire Protection District, page or contact Chief Hall

02/27/2026

National Weather service has posted a Red Flag Warning. This puts us in no burn category. DO NOT BURN ANYTHING. Due to high winds and low humidity with dry conditions, any burning may result in the rapid spread of fire. Please be safe and listen to the warning.

01/23/2026

Good evening calhoun. There is a significant storm on the way from Friday evening through the weekend. Although the forecasts keep changing, please prepare for up to 1 foot of snow and some ice accumulations. Expect very low temperatures and near impossible travel conditions. Have emergency supplies on hand in preparation for power loss. Remember that emergency responce will be very delayed. Make sure emergency heaters are for indoor use as some can be deadly if used indoor. I will try and go live on my work commute to keep road conditions up to date as I have a required job that I have to travel. Please, if you do not have to travel this weekend, please stay home. Road crews will be attempting to keep roads clear but at times this may be impossible as well. With temperatures in the negatives, road crews will have difficulty keeping up with snow and ice. If this storm advances north there is a chance for up to 2 feet of snow and significant ice. Please keep your phones charges and ready to stay tuned to weather services. Please follow and share and stay tuned for updates as forcasts become more available. Stay warm and stay safe Calhoun.

01/01/2026

From the North Calhoun Fire Protection District

​As we prepare to ring in 2026, our mission is to make sure every member of our community makes it home to their families. We want to see you in town tomorrow—not on the side of the road tonight.

​🚫 If You Drink, Don't Drive

​One bad decision can change your life—and the lives of others—in an instant. Illinois roads are unpredictable, especially in the winter. Don't let a celebration turn into a tragedy.

​📝 Your Game Plan for Tonight:

​Pick a "Sober Primary": Designate a driver before the first toast is made.

​Call for a Ride: Call a sober friend.

​Stay Put: If you’re celebrating at a friend’s house, ask to crash on the couch.

​Watch Your Friends: If you see someone who shouldn't be behind the wheel, take their keys. They might be mad now, but they’ll thank you tomorrow.

​"Our crew would much rather be at the station waiting for a call that never comes than meeting you at a scene we can't forget."

​Let’s start the New Year off right. Stay safe, stay sober, and look out for one another.

​Happy New Year from all of us at North Calhoun Fire! 🎆

12/25/2025

Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the town

Everyone was resting, the radios not a sound.

As we all closed our eyes with long relaxing groans, we were woke by a sound, the drop of the tones.

We wake very quickly from our warm comfy bed, a 2 car collision it's a sound that we dread.

We run for the closet and reach for our clothes , kiss the family goodby, it's the life that we chose.

A volunteer out the door, it's off to our cars. To run our blue lights under the midnight stars.

We get to the station and start up the truck, we will make it in time, with any luck.

We race to the scene, with lights flashing so bright, for someone tonight, for life they will fight.

We try hard as we possibly can, to start the heart of a great family man.

A guy stumbles around and falls by his trunk, we all realize the other drivers a drunk.

Along comes the sheriff with sleep in his eyes, "to prison for life, if this man dies"

We call for a flight to land in the field, to move this guy quickly for a chance to be healed.

Rotors spinning and popping in this cold winter's air, we fly him to safety for a life may we spare.

It take a lot of resources working as one, to save this man's life, by a decision so dumb.

A life has been saved on this Christmas night, because of the responders who helped in this fight.

Written by
Capt Chase Prokuski
NCFPD

This Christmas Eve please keep in mind all of the Police, Sheriffs Deputies, Fire and EMS that stand watch and all of the volunteers that stand ready. Please do not drink and drive. Be safe and enjoy your families. This is the season of love and joy. Merry Christmas Calhoun. And to all a good night.

11/28/2025

WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches possible.

* WHERE...Portions of south central, southwest, and west central Illinois and east central and northeast Missouri.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

Please use caution when our plow trucks are out. Please leave plenty of room when passing or when behind these trucks. This is our first snow of the season and roads will be slick. Give yourself extra time to travel and keep warm blankets and snacks in your vehicle in case you get stranded. Stay safe Calhoun and follow for updates and travel conditions.

11/15/2025

BURN BAN IN EFFECT!!!

Due to multiple brush fires in recent days a Burn Ban in effect until further notice. Weather has warmed back up and with no moisture, conditions are favorable for the rapid spread of wildland fires. We know that folks want to clean up their properties but now is not the time. As always! Stay Safe Calhoun!