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All Departments Administration Corrections Development Services Facilities Management Human Resources Information Technology Library Services Management and Budget Services Natural Resources Management Neighborhood and Human Services Parks and Recreation Public Safety Public Works Veterans Services Waste ServicesEscambia County Fire Rescue invites residents to join in observing National Fire Prevention Week 2022 from Oct. 9-15. This year's theme is, "Fire Doesn't Wait, Plan Your Escape." Residents are encouraged to plan and practice a home fire escape throughout Fire Prevention Week.
Residents are advised to have a plan for everyone in the home. Children, older adults, and people with disabilities may need assistance to wake up and get out.
"Having working smoke alarms is one of the most important items in your home," said Fire and Life Specialist Ray Melton. "When these alarms sound, you must know two ways out of every room in your home, and knowing those two ways to escape is to have an escape plan.
Since 1922, the National Fire Prevention Association has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. To learn more about Fire Prevention Week and tips on preventing and preparing for home fires, visit nfpa.org/fpw
Escambia County Fire Rescue is available to provide and install smoke detectors free of charge for residents. According to NFPA, a working smoke detector cuts the chances of dying in a reported fire in half. For information about obtaining a home smoke detector, call 850-595-HERO (4376) or request a smoke detector online through the Ask MyEscambia app. City of Pensacola residents may call 850-436-5200 for smoke detector installation assistance.
If you are an Escambia County resident that is hard of hearing, visit the NFPA website for helpful information on how you can prepare your home in the event of a fire.
Escambia County Fire Rescue is partnering with West Florida Public Libraries throughout Fire Prevention Week 2022 for a special story time. ECFR will be located at the following libraries:
Escambia County Fire Rescue proudly operates as a combination fire service, utilizing the talents and diversities of volunteer and career firefighting personnel. Career personnel operate in 14 stations throughout the county. Thirteen stations work a 24/48-hour shift and one station works Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteer firefighters operate out of numerous stations throughout Escambia County. Escambia County Fire Rescue also provides other emergency services such as hazardous materials response, special operations and ALS non-transport. Learn more about how to join Escambia County Fire Rescue. Follow Escambia County Fire Rescue on Facebook.
District 4 Commissioner Robert Bender and Public Safety Director Eric Gilmore with the National Fire Prevention Week Proclamation
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