🎒📚 Back to school means it's time to brush up on fire safety! Schools should regularly conduct fire drills and ensure evacuation routes are clear. Teachers, check your smoke alarms and inspect electrical equipment. Educate students on fire safety and make sure they know how to contact emergency services. Let’s keep classrooms safe and prepared for any emergency! 🛑🔥
🔥🌲 Wildfire season is here, and staying prepared is crucial. Create a defensible space around your home, prepare an emergency kit, and know your evacuation routes. Stay informed about wildfire activity, keep your lawn hydrated, and check your emergency kit regularly. If a wildfire is near, evacuate immediately if advised, keep doors and windows closed, and connect garden hoses to outdoor taps. After a wildfire, check for hot spots and avoid damaged power lines. Recovery is a community effort. Stay safe and help prevent tragedies by being prepared! 🛡️🚒
🌪️🌧️🌀 Be prepared for severe weather! Follow these crucial tips to stay safe during hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods. Create an emergency kit, develop an evacuation plan, secure your home, and stay informed by listening to first responders. Update your Community Connect profile to ensure first responders have the information they need. Together, we can protect our loved ones and community! 🏠
🔥🍔 Outdoor cooking can be fun and delicious, but safety comes first! Remember to set up your grill on a stable surface away from structures and flammable materials. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby—it's essential for handling grease fires. Never leave your grill unattended; be mindful of weather conditions to prevent sparks from spreading. With these simple precautions, you can enjoy your outdoor cooking safely! 🚒👨🚒👩🚒
🔥🍔 Outdoor cooking can be fun and delicious, but safety comes first! Remember to set up your grill on a stable surface away from structures and flammable materials. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby—it's essential for handling grease fires. Never leave your grill unattended; be mindful of weather conditions to prevent sparks from spreading. With these simple precautions, you can enjoy your outdoor cooking safely! 🚒👨🚒👩🚒
🔥🍔 Outdoor cooking can be fun and delicious, but safety comes first! Remember to set up your grill on a stable surface away from structures and flammable materials. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby—it's essential for handling grease fires. Never leave your grill unattended; be mindful of weather conditions to prevent sparks from spreading. With these simple precautions, you can enjoy your outdoor cooking safely! 🚒👨🚒👩🚒
👵🏼🛡️ Ensuring the safety and well-being of our seniors is essential! Follow these invaluable tips to safeguard them at home, covering everything from preventing falls to managing health and nurturing mental well-being. Let's come together as a community to provide the support and security our elders deserve.
🔥🌳 Planning an outdoor burn? Always check local regulations and obtain a burn permit if needed. Keep track of weather conditions—avoid burning on windy or dry days. Prepare your site with a brush-cleared, non-flammable boundary, and have water, a shovel, and a fire extinguisher on hand. Remember, starting small and keeping your fire manageable is key to preventing wildfires. If you’re ever in doubt, contact your local fire department for guidance. Stay safe and enjoy your outdoor activities responsibly!
🍳🔥 Cooking up a storm? Don't let it turn into a firestorm! Stay in the kitchen while cooking to avoid unattended meal mishaps, keep flammable items away from the stove, and roll up those sleeves to prevent loose clothing from catching fire. Ensure your smoke alarm is nearby and tested monthly, and have a fire extinguisher within reach. If a fire gets out of control, call your local fire department immediately—we're here to keep you safe! 🚒👨🚒👩🚒
🍳🔥 Cooking up a storm? Don't let it turn into a firestorm! Stay in the kitchen while cooking to avoid unattended meal mishaps, keep flammable items away from the stove, and roll up those sleeves to prevent loose clothing from catching fire. Ensure your smoke alarm is nearby and tested monthly, and have a fire extinguisher within reach. If a fire gets out of control, call your local fire department immediately—we're here to keep you safe! 🚒👨🚒👩🚒
🍳🔥 Cooking up a storm? Don't let it turn into a firestorm! Stay in the kitchen while cooking to avoid unattended meal mishaps, keep flammable items away from the stove, and roll up those sleeves to prevent loose clothing from catching fire. Ensure your smoke alarm is nearby and tested monthly, and have a fire extinguisher within reach. If a fire gets out of control, call your local fire department immediately—we're here to keep you safe! 🚒👨🚒👩🚒
🍳🔥 Cooking up a storm? Don't let it turn into a firestorm! Stay in the kitchen while cooking to avoid unattended meal mishaps, keep flammable items away from the stove, and roll up those sleeves to prevent loose clothing from catching fire. Ensure your smoke alarm is nearby and tested monthly, and have a fire extinguisher within reach. If a fire gets out of control, call your local fire department immediately—we're here to keep you safe! 🚒👨🚒👩🚒
🚒 Why make a Community Connect profile? 🏠✅
Join our community in building a safer neighborhood! Community Connect allows you to share crucial details about your household, ensuring our firefighters respond faster and more effectively during emergencies. Together, let's prioritize prevention, preparedness, and response for better outcomes. Create your profile today!
Make Fire Prevention Month count! Keep your property safer with a few easy steps - your basic guide to cut down fire hazards. Enhance your security with Community Connect. It's a tool that primes your First Responders for top performance if an emergency calls them to your location. Want to explore more?
This Fire Prevention Month, your safety is our top concern. Keep your homes safer with these straightforward steps - your quick guide to decrease fire risks. Give your safety an upgrade - Get on board with Community Connect. It equips your First Responders to be their best when it matters most. Ready to learn more?
Life-Saving Tips for Wildfire Smoke Safety:
🪟 Keep exterior windows and doors closed
⏱️ Monitor air indoor air quality (100+ can be dangerous)
📦 Use a MERV 13 or above HVAC filter
🍃 Use an air purifier
🏃🏽 Avoid strenuous outdoor work or exercise
If Extreme:
👩🏾⚕️ Ask your doctor for an emergency plan
😷 Wear an N95 respiratory mask
🚗 Evacuate to a cleaner Area
Wildfires spread over the summer. For many, smoke is an inconvenience. For others, it can be deadly.
We're ready when an emergency strikes - give us a chance at the best outcome for your family by creating or updating your Community Connect profile today.
According to the #NFPA, each day in the United States of America there are nearly 1,000 residential fires. In addition to providing basic safety tips for your home, you can prepare your First Responders to better help your family in a fire, or any other emergency, with Community Connect.
Learn more and create your profile today!
Spring into safety with Community Connect! As you tidy up your home this season, take a moment to sign up for this free service that provides us with important details about your household in case of an emergency. Protect your home, family, and pets with Community Connect today!
Huddle Up! Staying safe during the Super Bowl should be an essential part of your game plan! Play defense by sharing the most important details about your home and family so we can be the most prepared to keep you all safe in case of any emergency. Create a Community Connect Profile NOW.
To download the Content Update file with space for your department logo and to see hashtag suggestions, please visit your Community Connect Files Page. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to reach out.
Prepare yourself for the cold weather by taking these precautions. Don't forget to create or update your Community Connect profile while you prepare your emergency kit. Share the most important details about your home and family so we can be the most prepared to keep you all safe in case of any emergency. 🥶❄️
Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your holiday as safely as possible by following these safety tips. Even better, show your loved ones you're thankful for them this year by registering for Community Connect. Easy to do and takes less time than baking your Thanksgiving turkey 🦃
On behalf of everyone at our department, we would like to say Happy Veterans Day. We honor those who served and thank you for your courage and commitment to keeping us safe.
Happy Halloween 🎃 👻 Don't ruin the fun of Halloween by doing things that put your safety at risk. In case of a spooky emergency make sure you've shared your family and home details on Community Connect. Register today!
It is national Fire Prevention Week! 🔥 Taking these simple steps can prevent fires from spreading and help save lives and properties. Make sure you've shared your family and home details on Community Connect before an emergency occurs. Register today!
We will never forget. On this day, we honor the sacrifices of those Public Safety heroes who answered the call on and after September 11, 2001. Today and every day, we remember everyone who never came home.
The Labor Day holiday honors and recognizes the dedication and hard work of all workers. This long weekend is a great time to relax and enjoy time with family and friends. During your celebrations, keep these fire safety tips in mind. Register key details about your home and family to ensure you're ready in the event of an emergency on Community Connect. Register Today!
In addition to ensuring health and life safety from Fires, Natural Disasters, and common occupancy hazards, Community Risk Reduction extends far beyond these.Like 911 for medical or safety emergencies, people in the US can now call or text 988 to reach a trained counselor who can help them cope with mental health issues and provide additional resources.Share the most important details about your home and family so we can be the most prepared to keep you all safe in case of any emergency. Register today!
The temperature is rising for many of us! These tips will help you stay cool & safe in the heat. 🥵 🧊 Register your home or business on Community Connect to help keep your family and your home safe.
Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸 May you have a safe and fun Independence Day! Check out our fireworks safety tips before firing fireworks. Following these tips can keep you safe from fires this Fourth of July! Register your home or business on Community Connect to help keep your family and your home safe. 💙🤍
⛈ Hurricane season is here, are you prepped? We want to help you to be ready in case you are in a hurricane-prone area. Our residents are encouraged to share information about their home and their family on Community Connect in order to keep them safe in case of a hurricane. Register today!
Our department honors and remembers all of those who have fallen serving our country. 🇺🇸💙 We thank you and your families for your bravery and service. As our department serves our community, we ask our residents to register with Community Connect. Share the most important details about your home and family so we can be the most prepared to keep you all safe in case of any emergency. Register today!
Warmer weather is exciting, but fire season is not. We want to help you prevent the spread of wildfire with safety tips for outside fires. For burn permits and more details on wildfire season in your area, register for Community Connect. Share the most important details about your home and family so we can be the most prepared to keep you all safe in case of any emergency. Register today! 🔥🌳
Happy Mothers Day! Moms everywhere provide love, support, and safety to their families every day, and we want to do what we can to help make their jobs easier. To all the Moms out there this Mothers Day, let us help you through Community Connect. Share the most important details about your home and family so we can be the most prepared to keep you all safe in case of any emergency. Register today! 💐 🤍
Happy Earth Day! Our home is one of a kind and we can all do our part to protect its beauty. Not only can you protect your piece, but you can also protect your home and family in Community Connect. We all deserve a safe, clean, and beautiful place to live 🌎
We have made our way to spring which means nicer weather and more time outside! If neighborhood play is an activity for your children, be sure you run through these safety tips as they start exploring outside. In case there ever is an emergency, make sure your Community Connect profile is up to date! We want to do our best to keep you safe so you and your family can enjoy the best of spring 🌻
Share the love this Valentine's Day by registering for Community Connect! It can help keep you and your loved ones safe in any emergency. ❤️
As another year comes to an end, let's make sure you are fire safety ready. Be sure your community has completed their 2022 Fire Safety Checklist by creating or updating your Community Connect profile. Happy New Year!
As another year comes to an end, we are all looking forward to starting fresh. Be sure to follow these safety tips as you say goodbye to 2021, and ring in 2022 by creating or updating your Community Connect profile. Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas! Have a safe and Happy Holiday by following these easy fire prevention tips. Don't forget to create or update your Community Connect profile!
Happy Thanksgiving! Follow these safety tips to make sure you and your family have a safe and happy holiday. Even better, show you're loved ones your thankful for them this year by registering for Community Connect. It's easy to get started, and takes less time than baking a Turkey🦃
Happy Halloween! As we kick off the holiday season with some trick or treating, we also want to make sure you are prepared for the upcoming season. Create or update your Community Connect profile with the most important information about your home and family - and have a great Halloween weekend!
Let's take it back to the basics! As your local Fire Department, we want to do everything we can to keep you safe. Create or update your Community Connect profile with information about your home and family. In case we're ever called to your home, we want to know the most important details, so we can do our best to protect you and those you love. Register today!
It's National Fire Prevention Week! Learning the sounds of fire safety is one of the most important things you can do to keep your family safe. Take a look at these quick tips on what each sound means, and also create or update your Community Connect Profile in case we're ever called to your home for any reason. Providing us information about your home and family helps us care for you and keep you safe during any emergency!
Calling all business owners! Community Connect isn't just for your home, you can register your business or commercial property too. By providing information about your property, including critical building details, emergency evacuation plans, hazardous materials, and even information about employees and staff members can help us better respond to a high hazard emergency. Register today!
You may not always be there to help, but we will be - and if we have the most important information about your senior loved one, we can do our best to keep them safe during any emergency. Register your family with Community Connect today!
It's already been a hot summer, and it's not over yet! Be ready for our next heat wave with these simple safety tips. Stay hydrated, keep your children and pets inside, check on your friends and neighbors, and update your Community Connect profile! We want to be the most prepared to keep you safe so we can all enjoy the rest of the summer☀️
Hurricane Season is in full force, and we want to make sure we know how to best serve you in case one is coming our way. Be sure to check these boxes off your Hurricane Prep Checklist - and don't skip out on the last one. Having your Community Connect profile created can help us keep you and your family safe in case disaster strikes.
This time of year tends to bring storms - make sure you know how to safely shelter in case one comes our way! Prepare your emergency kit beforehand, and while you're doing that, make sure you create or update your Community Connect profile. You can share your family's storm shelter location, and any other information about your home or family that you want us to know for any emergency. Register today!
Wildfire Season is upon us - here are some simple things you can do around the house to have your bases covered. Remember that dry conditions can spark wildfires at any time, so let's keep your home, family, and First Responders prepared by filling out your Community Connect profile. In case things get serious, we want to know the best way to serve you and keep you safe.
In honor of World Autism Day and Autism Awareness Month, we promise to keep you and your family safe no matter what needs you may have. Keep our First Responders informed of your family's needs through Community Connect, and we will continue doing our part in creating a safer, kinder, and more inclusive community.
Spring is in the air which means it's time for Spring Cleaning!
These simple cleaning tips can prevent fires around your home and can help keep you and your family safe, and so can an up to date Community Connect profile. Create or update yours today!
Sunday, March 14th is National Check Your Batteries Day. Properly working smoke, CO, and other gas/chemical detectors can save lives and prevent serious damage in an emergency. Here is a friendly reminder to safely check your batteries, and while you're at it, create or update your Community Connect profile. With fresh batteries and an up to date life safety profile, your household is in good hands.
Happy Valentine's Day! We think the best way to show someone you love them is by keeping them safe - spread the love on this special day by creating a Community Connect profile for your Valentine.
With winter storm season not letting up, we need your help in taking care of our community's Fire Hydrants. Frozen or buried hydrants can cause major problems in the event of an emergency, so please do your part in keeping the ones near your home or business clear and accessible, and by also providing important details about your property in Community Connect. Having immediate access to hydrants and knowing the most critical details about your property can make a time-saving & life-saving difference in case of an emergency.
Please follow along with our department's Open Burn Policies so we can all work together to keep our community safe from avoidable fires. It is important to follow our Open Burn guidelines - so to get started apply and register for a Burn Permit in Community Connect. While you're there, make sure you create or update your household profile, so we can always be prepared to keep you, your family, and your property safe.
Happy New Year! How well do you know your home? These are all important things you should be aware of in case of an emergency - and you should also have your Community Connect profiled created. If you don't already - start the New Year off right by completing this resolution, and let's make for a safe and prepared 2021.
It's time to get prepared for the Winter Storms heading our way. Follow these safety tips, and make sure you create or update your Community Connect profile so in case something happens as we all weather the storm, our First Responders are prepared to protect your home & family. Stay safe!
Happy Hannukah! As you prepare to light the candles this year, be sure to follow these fire prevention tips to make sure you're safely celebrating all 8 nights. And make sure to create or update your Community Connect profile so we can be best prepared to take care of you and your family during this busy holiday season.
Christmas is just around the corner, which means it's time for all our favorite decorations to make their appearance. Follow these easy holiday fire prevention tips, and make sure you create or update your Community Connect profile so we can be best prepared to take care of you and your family during this busy holiday season.
As winter nears, we know our seasonal residents come and go. Whether you're here for the winter or not, we want your home to be taken care of. Create or update your Community Connect profile, so we can keep all things important to you safe.
You're going to have lot's of visitors this weekend, so follow these safety tips to keep you, your home, and your trick-or-treaters safe. And remember, the best way to protect your haunted house safe is to create or update your Community Connect profile. Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween! Things may look a little different this year for our trick-or-treaters, so make sure you follow these safety tips. Stay safe, have fun, and make sure your Community Connect profile is updated!
It's Fire Prevention Week! This is a great time to make sure you're doing what you can to prevent fires in your home, and to also make sure your Community Connect profile is up to date with the most important information. Do your part to help us protect you and prevent emergencies.
September is National Preparedness Month and we want to help keep your family prepared for any disaster or emergency in our community or at your home. Disasters can happen at any time, and we want to make sure we do everything we can to keep you safe. Follow these tips from @Ready.gov, and make sure to create or update your Community Connect profile to make it a part of your disaster preparedness plan today.
September is National Service Dog Awareness Month. As a Service Dog is there to support and protect you or your loved one with everyday needs, one of our main goals at Community Connect is to provide #FirstResponders with the information they need to support and protect all members of your family, including your Service Dog.
Just like any residential structure in our community, we want to be just as prepared and respond just as effectively to commercial structures too. As the manager of a commercial structure in our community, you are now able to provide us information about that building including emergency routes, access & utilities, hazardous materials, vulnerable employees/residents, and much more. Register today at the link below!
We want your child to be safe while at school, but it's just as important for us to know that they arrive to school and return home safely everyday. Talk with your children about the importance of staying on their walking route, biking rules, and school bus etiquette, and be sure your Community Connect profile is updated in case there is an emergency while your kids are en route to and from school.
September hosts National Assisted Living week, so to honor your loved ones who are in assisted living or require in home care, create them a Community Connect profile. Community Connect allows us to be more prepared to most effectively care for your loved ones, and we want your family to know that keeping them safe and comfortable in an emergency is our priority.
We are all doing our best to navigate through this uncertain year. Now that school is about to begin in a new style, we want you and your children to be safe at all times. With your family spending the majority of the day at home, having your Community Connect profile updated is more important than ever. Home School Hazards could come into play, and we want to be prepared to best respond to your home as it has an important purpose during this time.
A senior you love, a kid you love, or a pet you love are all great reasons to register for Community Connect. In the event of an emergency, we always want to be prepared to respond the most effectively to those you love and the best way to ensure we do so is by creating a life safety profile in Community Connect. Register your loved ones today!
As COVID continues to spread, it is important that we know the health status of you and your family, so be sure to update your Community Connect profile to Self Report symptoms or exposure, and also follow these 5 safety tips to do your part in slowing the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
Smoke alarms are one of the most important things to have in your home. Not hearing your smoke alarm often times means good news; however, follow these quick tips to make sure your smoke alarms have working batteries, are located correctly in your home, are customized for the needs of your household, and are operating as a unit to guarantee that your family is safely alerted in case of a fire. Also be sure to create or update your Community Connect profile so we can be prepared to best respond to you in the event of a fire or any type of emergency at your home.
You can't beat a late summer night spent in the backyard. As fun as it is to gather around the fire pit, it can also be very dangerous, especially in dry summer weather. Follow these tips to keep your home and family safe and also don't forget to create or update your Community Connect profile. By doing so, you can register for a (City/County) burn permit, and also keep us prepared so we can respond most effectively in the event of an emergency.
You can't beat a late summer night spent in the backyard. As fun as it is to gather around the fire pit, it can also be very dangerous, especially in dry summer weather. Be sure to follow these safety tips and also don't forget to create or update your Community Connect profile so we can be prepared to respond in case of an emergency at your home.
As the weather continues to get better, the more fun it is to spend time outside. Follow these Grill Safety tips to be sure you BBQ safely this summer, and also be sure to create or update your Community Connect profile so we are aware of necessary information in case of a fire at your home.
Un abuelito, un niño, una mascota que amas... Todas son razones de sobra para crear un perfil de Community Connect para tu familia hoy mismo. No importan las circunstancias, ya sea una pandemia global o un día normal en el barrio, aquí en Community Connect queremos que sepas que tu familia es nuestra familia. Sabemos que estos son momentos difíciles, pero a pesar de todo, lo bueno y lo malo, nuestro compromiso es siempre mantenerte seguro a ti, tu familia y tu comunidad.
As your local Fire Department, our commitment to our community is to always keep you safe. It is important to remember that not only through tough times, but at all times, we treat Your Family as if they are Our Family. Create or update your Community Connect profile today with your family's life safety information, so we can always be the most prepared in the event of an emergency at your home.
ALERT: As we get deeper into the summer, be aware of the signs for heat exhaustion. If you are feeling any of these symptoms, be sure to stay hydrated and find a cool place, and also make sure you update your Community Connect profile in case of a medical emergency.
ALERT: As we get deeper into the summer, be aware of the signs for heat stroke. If you are feeling any of these symptoms, be sure to stay hydrated and find a cool place, and also make sure you update your Community Connect profile in case of a medical emergency.
July 15th was Pet Fire Safety Day, but it's always a good day to take the time to prepare for an emergency by updating your Community Connect profile with information and photos of your pet. With this information in your account, we will be better prepared to assist your family in an emergency - furry members included! Update your profile today!
Dangerous animals are all over the US, some of them especially present in the summer months. We want to remind you to watch out for these species, and to also keep your Community Connect profile updated in case you need to call 911 for a run in with one of these scary critters.
Un abuelito, un niño, una mascota que amas... Todas son razones de sobra para crear un perfil de Community Connect para tu familia hoy mismo. No importan las circunstancias, ya sea una pandemia global o un día normal en el barrio, aquí en Community Connect queremos que sepas que tu familia es nuestra familia. Sabemos que estos son momentos difíciles, pero a pesar de todo, lo bueno y lo malo, nuestro compromiso es siempre mantenerte seguro a ti, tu familia y tu comunidad.
A senior you love, a kid you love, or a pet you love are all great reasons to create a Community Connect Profile, so we can always look out for them and do all we can to keep them safe. No matter the circumstances, we want you to know Your Family is our Family. Through good times and bad, our commitment is to always keep you, your family, and our community safe.
{Specific Dangerous Animal} are all over the {Region}, and have been spotted in {City/Community Name}. We want to remind you to be aware of these species, follow safety protocols when in range of them, and keep your Community Connect profile updated with medical and veterinary information so we know all the necessary details about your family and pets in case of dangerous animal attack.
Storm Season is here. Use these tips to make sure your home and family are prepared, and be sure to update your Community Connect profile with the most important details so we can be ready to respond to your home when the next storm hits.
Summer is here! We are all ready for more time spent by the pool, so be sure to pay attention to these safety tips, and make sure your Community Connect profile is up to date so we can have access to the most vital information in case of a pool emergency.
Summer is here, which means warmer weather and more time spent outside, but it also means there's the risk of wildfires. Follow these quick steps to keep your family prepared in case of an evacuation in our community.
Keeping you safe during any type of major disaster is our main priority. As COVID-19 is back on the rise, and storm season now upon us, it's important to create or update your Community Connect profile so we can be as prepared as possible to respond to an emergency at your home.
As winter approaches, we will all be turning on our home heaters. These best practices for heating and monitoring CO2 will help you decrease the amount of fire hazards in your home. In addition to that, be sure to update your Community Connect profile so we can keep you safe this winter.
Dry season leaves our community at high risk for outdoor fires. Follow these steps to help us prevent fires, and be sure to update your Community Connect profile so we are prepared to help your family in case of a fire around your home.
Santa registered his reindeer on Community Connect, and we think he'd want you to do the same thing for your fur babies! Having info on your pets lets us know to look for them before we arrive at your home, which gives us a better chance of keeping them safe during an emergency.
Thanksgiving is one of our favorite days of the year, but it's also one of the most dangerous days for residential fires. Follow these Turkey Tips to make sure your bird is cooked just right, and to also keep your family and our department prepared in case of an emergency at your home during the holidays.
October is Fire Prevention Month. A big part of fire prevention and safety is making sure we are aware of the details about your home, family, and pets, so in the case of any emergency, we can quickly and effectively respond before things get worse. Use this month to sign-up or update your Community Connect profile!