An early morning tavern fire in 1955 inspired the township fathers to create a fire protection district. More than 55 years later, the fire protection district has exploded in size, just as the Village of Shorewood, which began within the township borders two years after that fateful fire, has grown by leaps and bounds as well.
- Fax: 815-725-4271
- Hours: Office hours are Mon - Fri, 8am - 4 pm. The two fire stations are manned 24 hours a day.
- Handicap Accessible: Yes
- Founding Date: 1955
- Services: Fire and emergency medical services dispatched from two fire stations.
- Parking: Free lot
- Public restrooms: No
- Number of firefighters: 13
- Number of trucks: 9
- Fire department services: Engine, Ladder, Rescue
- Type: Professional