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When the RiverForest Fire Department responds to an emergency, every second counts — and every detail matters. Our mission is to protect and serve this community across all hazards and emergencies, and that commitment begins long before we arrive at your door.
That is why we are proud to introduce Community Connect — a secure, easy-to-use online platform that empowers you to share critical information about your home or business directly with our firefighters in advance. This may include building layouts, the number of occupants, whether any residents have mobility challenges or rely on essential medications, and whether pets are present.
Having this information before an emergency allows our crews to act faster, respond smarter, and ensure that everyone — and everything that matters to you — is accounted for. In life-threatening situations, these details can be the difference between a successful rescue and a tragic outcome.
Your privacy is fully protected. All information submitted through Community Connect is secured with bank-level encryption and is accessible only to authorized River Forest Fire Department personnel.
As both your Fire Chief and a servant of this community, I encourage every resident and business owner in River Forest to participate. Together, we can build a safer, more resilient community — one prepared for whatever challenges may arise.
If you have any questions about Community Connect or our department's all-hazards preparedness efforts, please do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to serve you.
Stay safe,
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