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Welcome to the Shumway Fire Protection District
The Shumway Fire Protection District is committed to provide dependable service in a professional manner while showing compassion for those in need. We will protect lives, property, and the environment through fire suppression, emergency services, rescue, fire prevention, and public education.
The Shumway Fire Protection District is a progressive service, orientated organization that provides innovative and effective leadership through our ongoing education and training.
The Shumway Fire Protection District is a volunteer department located in Central Illinois. We cover approximately 70 square miles with a population of 5000. Our densest population area is Lake Sara, which is Effingham County’s largest tourist spot. Lake Sara is an 800 acre man-made lake with 30 miles of shore line.
The Shumway Fire Protection District has 8 command officers and 30 highly dedicated firefighters. Apparatus resources include 2 engines, 1 medium duty rescue, 1 light duty rescue/brush, 1 brush truck, and 2 tenders. The department responds to a variety of emergencies that include residential, commercial, farm, and wild land fires. We also respond to vehicle accidents, hazardous material incidents, water rescue calls, and natural disasters.

This site is operated by the Shumway Fire Protection District Volunteers
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