Hosting BonFire – Standards To Met
21
Dec
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Updates

Hosting BonFire – Standards To Met

Hosting a community bonfire? Bonfires are different from firepits and require a written permit from the Fire Marshal’s Office every time. To qualify the bonfire: • Bonfires must be part of a civic, educational, religious, or other group celebration• Bonfires must have a water hose or fire extinguisher nearby and ready to use• Bonfires that are 4 cubic feet or smaller must be 50 feet away from a structure, fires 5 cubic feet must be 100 feet away from a structure• Keep a cell phone with you and be prepared to call 911 To request your permit, visit GwinnettFireMarshal.com.
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Christmas Tree — Safety Tips
21
Dec
By CFA Admin
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Tips

Christmas Tree — Safety Tips

A dry or crowded Christmas tree can become dangerous fast. Take two minutes today to complete this tree-specific safety check: • Water your real tree daily. Dry needles ignite in seconds.• Give your tree space. Keep it 3 feet away from heaters, fireplaces, and heat vents.• Check stability. Make sure the stand is tight, and the tree won’t tip over.• Keep exits and walkways clear. Gifts and décor shouldn’t block your path out.• Sweep fallen needles. They burn quickly and can pile up near heat sources. A safe tree is the heart of a safe holiday home. Like this post if you completed today’s…
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Gratitude Beyond Words – Turkey Donors
21
Dec
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Events

Gratitude Beyond Words – Turkey Donors

Gratitude Beyond Words On 12/18/2025, CFA volunteers had the honor of delivering turkeys to every Gwinnett County Fire Station, made possible by the incredible generosity of an anonymous donor.To our mystery donor: your kindness speaks volumes. This thoughtful gift was more than a holiday meal — it was a heartfelt thank you to the men and women who serve our community every single day, often sacrificing time with their own families to keep ours safe.Acts like this remind us of the true meaning of the season: gratitude, compassion, and community. Your generosity brought smiles, warmth, and appreciation to our fire…
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Front Yard Tree Program!
19
Dec
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Announcements

Front Yard Tree Program!

Looking to beautify your front yard? Apply for the Front Yard Tree Program! Homeowners in unincorporated Gwinnett County may be eligible to receive two native trees of their choice at no cost. This initiative will help expand the county’s tree canopy, improve air quality, and make our neighborhoods more vibrant! Explore tree types and more by visiting GwinnettCounty.com/FrontYardTree. Applications open Friday, January 9
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Lithium-Ion Batteries — Safety Tips
19
Dec
By CFA Admin
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Tips

Lithium-Ion Batteries — Safety Tips

WARNING: Lithium-Ion batteries are causing more fires in Gwinnett!Our firefighters are responding to more lithium-ion battery fires, and they’re dangerous for you and our crews. These batteries can ignite without warning and release toxic fumes when burning.Here’s how to stay safe:• Use only the charger that came with the device• Stop using any battery that looks swollen, damaged, or hot• Charge on a hard, flat surface — NOT beds or couches• Don’t charge overnight or when you’re away• Keep batteries away from direct heat and sunlight• If your device smokes, sparks, or hisses, GET OUT and call 911This post could…
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FireHouse – FireFighters — Bufford
19
Dec
By CFA Admin
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Incidents, InTheNews

FireHouse – FireFighters — Bufford

Fire crews battled a fire in Buford this afternoon.(Buford, Ga., Dec. 18, 2025) – Firefighters responded at 3:44 p.m. to multiple 911 callers reporting an apartment fire at the Plantation Ridge Apartments at 1022 Level Creek Road in Buford. The 911 caller advised that there was a fire behind their apartment unit, and the fire was spreading to the second floor. The 911 callers advised dispatch that people were evacuating the apartments.  Medical crews on the scene were utilized for firefighter rehabilitation. There were no injuries found on the scene. Fire Investigators responded to the scene for cause and fire determination. The…
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Battalion Chief Matt Bowen -GCFES – Retirement
18
Dec
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Announcements

Battalion Chief Matt Bowen -GCFES – Retirement

Today, we proudly honor Battalion Chief Matt Bowen as he retires from Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services after an extraordinary career that began on November 2, 1996. For Chief Bowen, the fire service was more than a career, it was a calling sparked early in life after growing up near a Gwinnett County firefighter. That inspiration grew into nearly three decades of dedicated service to this community.Throughout his career, Chief Bowen served with professionalism, humility, and commitment in the following roles: • Firefighter – Stations 21C & 13C• Driver/Engineer – Stations 3A, 22A, 9A, and Fire Academy Instructor• Lieutenant – Stations…
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The Annual UGA Plant Sale
17
Dec
By CFA Admin
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Updates

The Annual UGA Plant Sale

Calling all plant lovers! The annual UGA Plant Sale is back. Choose from a variety of flowering and fruit plants to enhance your space or garden and support UGA Extension’s 4-H and Master Gardener programs. Preordering begins on January 2 and ends on February 28. Visit GwinnettCounty.com/UGAPlantSale to learn more.
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Winter shifts EMS calls
17
Dec
By CFA Admin
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Updates

Winter shifts EMS calls

Winter shifts EMS calls in ways many people don’t realize. •More slips and falls on wet or icy surfaces•More cardiac calls from cold weather and holiday stress•Patients lose body heat faster, even indoors•EMS adjusts gear and treatment to keep patients warm How you can help:Keep walkways clear, make your address easy to see, and check on older adults during cold snaps.
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