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Wheaton Fire Department to hold Sept. 27 open house

A Peru fire truck departs the scene of a small fire inside of Allure of Peru on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 in Peru. Once fire crews arrived on the scene, smoke could be seen coming from a electrical panel in the kitchen. Several residents were evacuated. No injuries were reported. Minor damage was reported and residents were allowed to return inside.

Wheaton firefighters and paramedics will welcome the community into Fire Station 38 for the Wheaton Fire Department Open House from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 27.

This all-ages event will take place at Fire Station 38, 1 Fapp Circle, which is located behind Target near County Farm Road and Roosevelt Road.

This free event will include:

  • Hands-on activities
  • Safety demonstrations, including a vehicle extrication exercise 
  • Fire department vehicles and equipment on display 
  • Sparky the Fire Dog 
  • A chance to meet your Wheaton firefighters and paramedics  
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