Central Stickney FPD has been added to the site

Central Stickney Fire Protection District is now officially listed in MABAS Division 21. This small but dedicated department operates out of one station, staffed by part-time personnel. They are equipped with two ambulances, two Pierce Enforcer engines, a unique Simon-Duplex/LTI 75' rear-mount tower ladder, and a pickup used by their battalion chief. Located near Midway Airport, the district covers about five square miles, including a section of I-55 and a large industrial area.

Engine 905 is one of two 2004 Pierce Enforcer engines. Larry Shapiro photo

Central Stickney has been active in the community for years and was recently highlighted in several posts covering their work during extra alarm fires. Their presence in the area is an important part of local emergency response.

Before adopting their current red and white color scheme, all of Central Stickney’s equipment was painted white. They previously operated with FMC and Howe apparatus, which can be seen in the historical gallery featuring vintage photos of the department dating back to the 1970s.

Central Stickney used to run with this 1971 Duplex/Howe 1250/0 85' Grove ladder. Bill Friedrich photo

Currently, Central Stickney operates the first 75' tower ladder made by LTI, a significant piece of firefighting history.