The National Weather Service has issued a severe Thunderstorm Watch for Kane County until 7:00 pm. This includes the entire Pingree Grove & Countryside Fire District.... (Full Story & Photos)

Hot and Humid with Temps reaching the lower 90's and Heat index of 95 to 105.
Thunderstorms in our area from 12 to 10 pm, Some may be Severe.... (Full Story & Photos)

This morning at 5:58 am Pingree Grove & Countryside responded to Hampshire for an Attic Fire on the 19N00 block of Felsmith Rd. On arrival personnel found light smoke coming from the rear of the house roof. On further investigation a fire was located in the attic to the rear of the home. 1412 deployed a 1.75 line and the Fire was Quickly Extinguished.1213 assisted with Fire Control and 1202 was interior. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Hot & Humid today. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for today, with Heat index above 100. There are Chances of Thunderstorms and a Marginal Risk (Level 1) for Severe Thunderstorms. High Winds expected with Gusts up to 30 MPH for the entire Fire District.

Tomorrow Hot & Humid with Heat indices just over 100. There are chances of Thunderstorms with some being Severe. ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 1:13 pm Pingree Grove & Countryside responded for an Accident with Injuries at Rt 47, Rt 20 & Rt 72 (North Starks). On arrival personnel found a 2 Vehicle Accident with Moderate Damage and three Occupants. A third Ambulance was called to the scene. Two patients were Transported to the Hospital and one was treated and signed a Medical Release. Southbound Rt 47 was closed for about 45 minutes. The ... (Full Story & Photos)