Fire Department
The men and women of the Mt Vernon Fire Department is dedicated to providing a safe community for our residents, visitors and businesses.
We provide the following services:
- fire suppression
- rescue
- hazardous materials mitigation
- inspections
- public education
- training
For updates during emergencies go to Mt. Vernon IEMA Facebook Page.
To help prepare for an emergency or a disaster please visit Ready Illinois for information on what you can do.
Common Topics
Fireworks Training - Every year the Fire Department offers fireworks training to our residents. Find out more about the training and when it will be.
Leaf Burning - Find out what the policy is for fires and when you can burn your leaves.
Contact Information
Fire Administration
714 S 42nd Street
Mt. Vernon, IL 68264
See on map: Google Maps
Phone: (618) 242 - 6880
Fax: (618) 242 - 6862
Emergency Phone: 911
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Chris Yenne
Interim Fire Chief
Email: chris.yenne@mtvernon.com
Emergency Response:
24 hours a day
7 days a week
365 days a year
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