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Funeral arrangements have been announced for Chicago Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman.  Both to be held at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel 7740 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60620 Visitation Thursday, Mar. 26, 2026 at 3p- 8p Funeral Friday, Mar. 27, 2026 at 10a

FF/EMT Michael Altman of Truck Co. 47 was injured yesterday while fighting a residential fire in the Rogers Park neighborhood. Today, FF/EMT Altman succumbed to his injuries. We are asking for prayers for the entire Altman family & the CFD family during this trying time.

1245 media briefing in front of Stroger Hospital emergency room.

2-11 in the 1700 block of West North Shore has been struck out.

March 15-21 marks National Drug & Alcohol Prevention Week. Let’s support prevention through education, open conversations and resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, call and/or share the SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357  #CFD

National Poison Prevention Week is Mar. 15-21. Most poisonings are preventable. Important reminders: store products in original containers, never call medicine 'candy' and keep purses/bags with medications out of reach. Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222 #ChicagoFireDepartment #CFD

As you celebrate the Downtown Irish Parade, the #ChicagoFireDepartment is dedicated to ensuring your safety. Our Mobile Medic Response and Dive teams, Command Van are monitoring all activities and available resources to provide a secure environment for all. #CFD #StPatricksDay

#ChicagoFireDepartment attended the #CPS Skilled Trades Event hosted at Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters Training Facility #CFD @ChiPubSchools

#ChicagoFireDepartment A5 conducted an hour-long workshop for seniors in CICS-Longwood High School's Emergency Medical Response (EMR) Program. #CFD

#ChicagoFireDepartment & #BucksforBurnCamp: 2025 Diamond Level donors at #CampIAmMe $91K raised last year for burn survivors. Boot Day July 7–9, 2026. Please support. #CFD

Still and Box in the 3000 block of West Belmont has been struck out. Cause under investigation. No further information.

Sign up for NotifyChicago alerts at NotifyChicago.org. @ChicagoOEMC also issues TEXT alerts for lakefront notices, issues affecting businesses or events: For lakefront notices, TEXT “CHILAKE” to 7-8-0-1-5  For alerts affecting businesses, TEXT “CHIBIZ” to 6-7-2-8-3

Medication poisoning is one of the leading causes of ER visits for young children. Always store medicines/vitamins in a locked cabinet or high shelf. Items that seem harmless (vitamins, pain relievers) can be dangerous in small hands. Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

While we’re in the spring cleaning season, don’t forget about chemical safety. Store all household cleaners/chemicals in their original containers, keep them locked and out of children's reach. NEVER mix products (especially ammonia and bleach). Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

The #ChicagoFireDepartment supported the 10th Annual U.S. Marshal Service @USMarshalsHQ Fallen Heroes Honor Run. #CFD #USMarshals

#ChicagoFireDepartment attends the #CPS Trades Fair at #PlumbersLocal130. #CFD #ChicagoPublicSchools @ChiPubSchools

The 2-11 on 104th & Ave has been struck out. There were no civilian injuries; 1 FF was transported green. While the home sustained severe damage, not all was lost. A pet turtle was retrieved and returned to the family. The cause is under investigation; no further info.

The #ChicagoFireDepartment participated in the 26th Annual #ChicagoPolarPlunge AND raised more than $13k for Special Children's Charities and #SpecialOlympics Illinois. #CFD

#RevJesseJackson helped end the 27-day #CFD firefighters’ strike in March 1980 by mediating talks between the union and Mayor Jane Byrne. He secured a tentative deal that sent firefighters back to work and later continued advocating for job equity for Black firefighters.

It’s time for your monthly reminder to test your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, and replace the batteries, if it’s time. #CFD #ChicagoFireDepartment