Cerro Gordo Fire Protection District

Cerro Gordo Fire Protection District Cerro Gordo Fire Protection District, is a fire and EMS agency protecting the men, women, and children of Macon and Piatt County.

06/11/2026

🚨 Community Notice 🚨

Due to the ongoing power outage, the Cerro Gordo Fire Department is opening the station to anyone in the community who needs a place to cool off, charge devices, or simply get out of the heat.

If you are without power and need access to air conditioning, electricity, or a safe place to sit and relax, please stop by the fire station. We are here to help our neighbors during this outage.

Please share this post to help spread the word to those who may need assistance.

Stay safe, and we will provide updates as they become available.

— Cerro Gordo Fire Department

The Cerro Gordo Fire Protection District would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Howard G. Buffett Foundation ...
05/09/2026

The Cerro Gordo Fire Protection District would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Howard G. Buffett Foundation and the Macon County Board for awarding the Cerro Gordo Fire Protection District a $35,000 grant to purchase a new 2026 Polaris Ranger NorthStar 1000.
This new vehicle will greatly assist our department in traversing the nearly 70 square miles of Macon County that our district proudly serves. From emergency response in rural and difficult terrain to brush fire operations and patient access, the Polaris NorthStar will be an invaluable tool for our firefighters and the community.
We are incredibly thankful for the continued support of public safety and for the investment in the emergency services that protect our residents every day. Partnerships and support like this help ensure we can continue providing the highest level of service to our district.
Thank you again to the Howard G. Buffett Foundation and the Macon County Board for your generosity and commitment to our community. 🚒

04/18/2026

PSA!!
Please don’t be alarmed with multiple fire apparatus in town and at the fairgrounds. We are hosting a Liquid Propane Burn at the fairgrounds so there will be a large flame present.

03/26/2026

At approximately 2200hrs we were dispatched for a structure fire with report of fire in the attic. 503 was first to arrive on scene and all occupants were accounted for. 503 did a 360 of the home and relayed to dispatch of a 2.5 story balloon frame structure with smoke showing from the attic and deemed it a working structure fire and assumed Jefferson Street command. Engine 542 was first to arrive and Chief 501 took over command. Crews from 542,545 made entry and made an aggressive interior attack and kept fire contained to only the attic. We are very grateful for our mutual aid companies on our box alarm. All crews were clear of the scene at approximately 0030.
Mutual aid
Argenta-Oreana Fire Department
Cisco Fire Protection District
Hammond Firefighter's Association
Bement Fire Protection District
Additional Resources
Atwood Fire Protection Dist. With Tower Truck
Abbott EMS Decatur, IL
Piatt County Sheriff's Office
Ameren Power and Gas

03/23/2026

At approximately 1500hrs we were dispatched for a cabin on fire on Memory Ln. Upon arrival we found a fully engulfed 20x30 cabin. Captain 503 assumed Memory lane command, with Engine 542 as primary pumper. Engine 545 laid in supply line to relay pump to primary Engine. Argenta-Oreana Fire Department and Long Creek Fire Department assisted with relay pumping due not being able to set up drafting operations. All units were clear at approximately 1800hrs. Fire is under investigation at this time.
Mutual aid
Argenta-Oreana Fire Department
Long Creek Fire Department
Cisco Fire Protection District
Abbott EMS Decatur, IL
Macon County Sheriff
Cornbelt Electric

This past weekend members attended the Piatt County Association training. We worked on Rural Engine and Tender Operation...
03/10/2026

This past weekend members attended the Piatt County Association training. We worked on Rural Engine and Tender Operations with hose movement and deployment. Had a great turnout from Piatt County departments and surrounding agencies.

This Saturday make sure you come see us and get your belly full!!
01/30/2026

This Saturday make sure you come see us and get your belly full!!

12/28/2025

Ocean Trail is closed between Casner Rd and Greenway Rd due to power lines/pole across roadway. Please find alternate routes.

Fresh off the phone with Santa and he has confirmed he will be in town again this year. We can’t go down every road with...
12/13/2025

Fresh off the phone with Santa and he has confirmed he will be in town again this year. We can’t go down every road with him cause he is a busy guy so please come to the route to get a goodie bag from the big man.

New member alert!! Probationary Firefighter Ian Bettinger has completed his probationary period and was sworn in as a Me...
12/08/2025

New member alert!!
Probationary Firefighter Ian Bettinger has completed his probationary period and was sworn in as a Member of the Cerro Gordo Fire Protection District.

Address

210 W. South Street
Cerro Gordo, IL
61818

Telephone

+12177636031

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