General Info

The Jacksonville Fire Department is administered by the city of Jacksonville in Illinois. The department is responsible for the protection of lives and properties of citizens. It responds to fire and medical emergencies. The department employs a staff of more than 25 people. The Jacksonville Fire Department maintains emergency equipment, such as trailers, automatic external defibrillators, rescue trucks and tankers. The department manages training, administration, firefighting and maintenance, and fire prevention and education divisions. In addition, it offers fire reports. The department handles cases related to hazardous material accidents. The city government manages street, police, community development and inspection, and parks and lakes departments.