North Chicago Fire Department patch

In northern Lake County, the **North Chicago Fire Department** operates a fleet of **Pierce** and **Medtec** units from two fire stations. Their jurisdiction spans 8 square miles and borders the **Great Lakes Naval Training Center** on two sides. Recently, they introduced a brand-new **85-foot tower ladder** from **Pierce**, replacing an older model that had been in service since 1977 — a **Hendrickson 1871-S/Pierce/LTI** unit. The department is also set to receive another new **Pierce custom Contender engine** in January, which will replace their 1986 **Pierce Dash engine** with open jump seats.
North Chicago Fire Department Hendrickson Pierce LTI 85' tower ladder

North Chicago's 1977 Hendrickson 1871-S/Pierce/LTI 85' tower ladder which was disposed of recently with the arrival of the new tower ladder. Larry Shapiro collection

North Chicago Fire Department Pierce Arrow XT 85' tower ladder

At **Station 2** on **Buckley Road**, the department has its latest ambulance. Purchased in 2009, this was originally a **Medtec demonstrator** built in 2002. It came with **blue decals**, a design intended to appeal to traditional rescue squads. However, the blue color was later removed and replaced with **red graphics**, giving it a unique look compared to other North Chicago ambulances.
North Chicago Fire Department Ford Medtec Type III ambulance demonstrator

Prior to changing the graphics on this 2002 Medtec demonstrator that North Chicago purchased in 2009, it was in service for a short time with the blue graphics seen here. This photo was taken on-scene at a 2nd alarm fire response in Libertyville in July of 2009 shortly after the new ambulance was delivered. Larry Shapiro photo

North Chicago Fire Department Ford Medtec Type III ambulance

The ambulance with updated red graphics.

This change in color scheme not only gave the ambulance a More modern appearance but also helped it stand out in the field. The unit continues to serve as a vital part of the department’s emergency response, providing critical care during medical emergencies and fire incidents. With ongoing upgrades and new equipment coming in, the North Chicago Fire Department remains committed to maintaining high standards of service for the community it protects.

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