2-2-5, BC22, E93, T27 assisted Pub Ed in passing out smoke detectors & fire safety literature on the 105th block of S. Indiana following the unfortunate fatal fire which occurred on Thursday.
The CFD, the Pickering family, & Engine Company 29 conduct a ceremonial bell ringing in honor of the five-year anniversary of
the passing of Firefighter/EMT Michael R. Pickering. Pickering died from COVID-19 complications in 2021. We will never forget.
Firefighter/EMT Brett Neilsen's heroic actions saved the lives of 2 people who were missing during a fire last August. Today, Nielsen was recognized with the 2026 Carter Harrison Award. Congrats to him and all the CPD members honored during today's Fire & Police Awards Ceremony.
This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.” Safe charging starts with making smart choices every time you plug in. For more info, please visit nfpa.org.




























