Des Plaines Fire Department
Des Plaines Fire Department is a Fire Department located in Des Plaines, COOK County, in the State of Illinois (IL).
iDetailed Information about Des Plaines Fire Department
Official Identification of Des Plaines Fire Department
🏠 Headquarter Location
Des Plaines Fire Department Main Station
Address: 405 S River RD
City/Town: Des Plaines
County: COOK
Zip Code: 60016
Website: See below
📞Contact Numbers for Des Plaines Fire Department
Office Phone Number
(847) 391-5333
Fax Number
(847) 391-5649
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Des Plaines Fire Department
405 S River RD
Des Plaines, Illinois (IL) 60016
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Official Website
desplaines.org
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