Fire Prevention
National Fire Prevention Week
Since 1922, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, children, adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire. Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to drastically decrease casualties caused by fires.
Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of October 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871, and caused devastating damage. This horrific conflagration killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land.
For more information on Fire Prevention Week, visit: www.firepreventionweek.org
Upcoming Fire Prevention Events
Monroe Fire Company is excited to be visiting the following locations during Fire Prevention Week 2024:
Lowes (Carlisle) Safety Day on Friday, October 4 from 10am-2pm
Mountainside Preschool
Monroe Elementary School
Smoke Alarms
Install.
Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area (like a hallway), and on each level (including the basement) of the home.
Test.
Test smoke alarms at least once a month by pushing the test button.
Remember, replace the batteries when you change your clocks!
Replace.
Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or stop responding when tested. Check your smoke alarm for a installation or expiration date.
Community Risk Reduction Programs
Fire Station Tours
Community Events
Monroe Fire Company is present at several community events throughout the year. If you see us, stop by to say hello!
Contact the assistant chief for additional information on fire prevention and community risk reduction programs.