About Us

The Midlothian Fire Department is a combination fire department that employs 19 full time personnel and approximately 7 part-time personnel. We respond to fire and emergency medical incidents in the Village of Midlothian 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Midlothian Fire Department responds to just over 2,500 fire / rescue and medical emergencies each year.

 The fire department currently has 3 ALS ambulances that transport to area hospitals including Ingalls Hospital (Harvey), Advocate South Suburban (Hazel Crest), Palos Community Hospital (Palos Park) and Christ Hospital (Oak Lawn). 

Our Firefighters / Paramedics attend regular training as well as continuing education in accordance to state training standards. All of our members have extensive firefighter training and certification through the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal including many specialized areas. 

ISO Rating

The Midlothian Fire Department has achieved a Class 3 ISO rating (pdf).