Chicago Fire Department

The Chicago Fire Department (CFD) is a public service organization based in Chicago, Illinois. Employing 1,335 people, it is the largest fire department in the Midwest and one of the largest in the United States. The CFD is also among the oldest major organized fire departments in the nation, with its origins predating 1833. The Chicago Fire Department provides a range of emergency services, including fire suppression, emergency medical care, fire prevention, and public education. The department works to protect the lives and property of Chicago residents in situations involving fires, natural disasters, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents. The CFD is committed to delivering a variety of emergency medical, fire prevention, and public education initiatives. To learn more, visit their website: cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/cfd.html.