14th Red Bulb Added on Wreath During "Keep the Wreath Green"

Escambia County Fire Rescue added three more red bulbs to the wreath between Friday, Dec. 23, and Tuesday, Dec. 27. The current total is 14 red bulbs added to the wreath during the 2022 "Keep the Wreath Green" initiative.

On Thursday, Dec. 27, at 12:11 p.m., ECFR units E1, E6, BC3 and BC2 responded to a residential structure fire at the 2800 block of Longleaf Drive. Upon arrival, a shed was discovered on fire with exposure to a residential structure. The situation was brought under control by 12:21 p.m. ECFR determined that the fire was started due to combustible items too close to a hot grill. The shed was also being used as a residence, making this fire the 14th red bulb added to the wreath.

If your home does not have a working smoke detector, please call Escambia County Fire Rescue at 850-595-HERO (4376) or 850-436-5200 for City of Pensacola residents.

The “Keep the Wreath Green” fire safety campaign is a collaborative initiative with the City of Pensacola to promote fire safety during December. During the month-long campaign, five-foot wreaths are on display at 21 county fire stations, five city fire stations, Escambia County's Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building downtown, the Escambia County Public Safety Building and Pensacola City Hall. Each time firefighters respond to a residential fire with damage, a green light bulb will be replaced with a red one to remind citizens of the dangers posed by fires in a residential home. For more tips on how to stay safe during the holiday season, visit MyEscambia.com/KeeptheWreathGreen. 

Safety Tips: 

Escambia County Fire Rescue encourages everyone to practice fire safety, especially during the holiday season. Residents are encouraged to follow these safety tips so everyone can have a safe and happy holiday:

• Remember to blow out all candles when you leave the room or go to bed.
• Avoid the use of candles in the bedroom and other areas where people may fall asleep.
• Remember to check the wires of appliances regularly and to replace or repair frayed, damaged cables.
• Unplug all small electrical appliances, such as irons and toasters when not in use.
• Check smoke detectors regularly to make sure they are working properly.
• Communicate an escape plan to other members of the household in the event of a fire.

For fire safety tips and other updates from Escambia County Fire Rescue, like Escambia County Fire Rescue on Facebook.

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