Holdays  – Eco-Friendly Tips

Holdays – Eco-Friendly Tips

The holidays are here, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate sustainably!Try these eco-friendly tips:• Pick gifts with recyclable or minimal packaging• Save and reuse gift bags and boxes• Recycle wrapping paper (skip metallic and laminated kinds)• Give greeting cards new life as gift tags or recycle them• Recycle your live tree at Bring One for the Chipper on January 24 at Bethesda Park
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HouseFire – FireFighters — SNELLVILLE

HouseFire – FireFighters — SNELLVILLE

(Snellville, Ga., Dec. 14, 2025) – Firefighters responded at 1:04 a.m. to reports of a house fire at the 3000 block of Jonathan Court in Snellville. The 911 caller advised that the neighbor’s house was on fire, and his wife was still inside the home.Two adults were affected and displaced by the fire. The American Red Cross was requested by the homeowner.For more information, click Bit.ly/SnellvilleFire2025 
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HouseFire – FireFighters — Norcross

HouseFire – FireFighters — Norcross

On 14-Dec-2025 , our firefighters battled a fire that destroyed six apartment units, displacing thirty people. (Norcross, Ga., Dec. 14, 2025) – Firefighters responded at 10:03 p.m. to multiple 911 callers reporting an apartment fire at the Las Palmas at 2113 Seasons Parkway in Norcross. The 911 caller advised that there was a fire in the building and that everyone was out of the apartments. For more information. https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/newsandevents/newsdetails?news=FirePressReleases/NorcrossApartmentFire12152025 For more information, go to Bit.ly/NorcrossApartmentFire2025                      
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Appreciation – Mobile Food Distribution – 09-Dec-2025

Appreciation – Mobile Food Distribution – 09-Dec-2025

👏🎉Appreciations - Volunteer Gwinnett -- Mobile Food Distribution  🎉👏 Our team received appreciation from the Volunteer Gwinnett Team for their contribution to the Mobile Food Distribution on 09-Dec-2025, at Rock Springs Park.  " Volunteer Gwinnett would like to thank you for your incredible support during our Mobile Food Distribution event on December 09 at Rock Springs Park. Your hard work made a meaningful impact, bringing food to families in need and easing their burdens. "  -- Volunteer Gwinnett Team  Together, we achieved: Total Pounds of Food Distributed: 10,750 Total Number of Households Served: 502  Total Number of Residents Served: 1,865  
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Holidays Medication – Safety Tips

Holidays Medication – Safety Tips

Holiday gatherings often mean extra medications in the home, and that can create risks for children, visitors, and pets. Take two minutes to: • Store medications up high and out of sight.• Check expiration dates and safely dispose of old meds.• Use original containers with labels.• Keep any medications brought by visiting family members stored safely and out of children’s reach. A simple check protects everyone in your home this season.Like this post if you completed today’s safety check. For more safety tips, visit GwinnettSafety411.com
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HouseFire – FireFighters — Duluth

HouseFire – FireFighters — Duluth

In the early morning hours today, firefighters arrived on scene to a large blaze that devastated one home and displaced three adults at the 2700 block of Peachtree Walk in Duluth. Luckily, our firefighters quickly extinguished the flames using four hose lines, and everyone who was home at the time of the fire was able to escape. No injuries were found on the scene, and the cause of this fire was accidental. Please ensure to extinguish all fire after burning, especially before going to bed. To see when you can burn in Gwinnett County, visit: Bit.ly/BurnDaysForGwinnett
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Recreational FirePit Requirements

Recreational FirePit Requirements

Fire pit weather is here! Recreational fires are allowed without a permit, but you still must keep them safe. Requirements for fire pits and chimeneas:• Must be in a commercially available fire pit or fireplace• Only burn natural wood• Must stay 25 feet away from any structure• Never leave the fire unattended• Keep water or a fire extinguisher nearbyEnjoy responsibly. Keep your family and neighbors safe.
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Winter -Fire Hazards – FireFighters

Winter -Fire Hazards – FireFighters

Winter changes how fires behave and how firefighters respond.• Fires burn hotter indoors because windows stay closed.• Smoke hangs lower in cold air, reducing visibility.• Icy driveways slow access, and hydrants/hoses can freeze.Why it matters:Clear walkways, visible house numbers, and early 911 calls help crews reach you faster and work safely in winter conditions.
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