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FREE Training Programs With Fire Department

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FREE Training Programs With Fire Department

This is an excellent FREE program. You will learn much about our awesome fire department, have fun, and make new friends! Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services Our fire educators are some of the many personnel ready to welcome Gwinnett residents into our immersive Citizens Fire Academy. Participants will learn vital lessons that could help prevent a fire or save a life, including CPR training, fire extinguisher training, EMS training, and more. “You will learn something that could help save lives,” said Fire Educator Cris Nowden. The spring application deadline is Monday, March 17. Spots are limited, so sign up…

Honoring Gwinnett CFA Class #21 – May 2015 Graduates

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Honoring Gwinnett CFA Class #21 – May 2015 Graduates

Honoring Gwinnett CFA Class #21 - May 2015 Graduates Let’s give a huge round of applause to the graduates of Class #21, who completed the Citizens Fire Academy in May 2015! Your commitment to learning about fire safety and serving our community is an inspiration to us all. Take a look at these incredible memories from Class #21’s journey. If you see yourself or recognize a friend, tag them in the photos and share your favorite moments from this unforgettable experience! Thank you, Class #21, for your dedication and for being an integral part of the CFA family. We are…

Firefighters Responded to a House Fire in Snellville.

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Events

Firefighters Responded to a House Fire in Snellville.

Firefighters responded at approximately 2:30 p.m. to a neighbor’s report of a house fire on the 4000 block of McKinley Drive in Snellville. Upon arrival, fire crews found a working fire at a single-family, split-level residence. While investigating, firefighters found a well-involved second floor and attic. Firefighters deployed two hose lines and elevated streams from an aerial to extinguish the flames. The house sustained extensive fire damage to the main floor, second floor, and attic. Medical crews on the scene were utilized to rehab all firefighters. No occupants were home at the time of the incident. The neighbor saw smoke…

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Child CPR Training

Do you have middle schooler ready to take on babysitting? Our SafeSitter course teaches CPR and First Aid, childcare techniques, business skills, and life safety tips. We’ll also have fun with games and role-playing. Enroll your child today to help them become a confident babysitter and give you ease of mind. For more information and to register send an email to FirePrograms@GwinnettCounty.com or call 678.518.4845.

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Tips

PowerOutage – Checklist — Tips

When the lights flicker and everything goes dark, most of us will spend the first few minutes waiting for the power to return. Rather than grumbling, get up and tackle these simple tasks to keep you and your home safe for the duration. Check to ensure everyone in the house is safe. Find your family members and bring them together in one room to distribute lights and other equipment. If it’s dark, use your cellphone flashlight to prevent injuries or falls. Retrieve your emergency kit. Check that your flashlights are operational and replace batteries if needed. Inventory your candles and…

Cold Conditions – PowerLines – Safety Tips

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Cold Conditions – PowerLines – Safety Tips

As temperatures fall, rain can freeze, leading to icy and dangerous road conditions. Increased ice accumulation can cause more trees and branches to fall, potentially damaging powerlines and leading to widespread power outages. If you see a downed powerline don’t touch it and call 911. Let utility professionals and emergency personnel handle the situation. Please also keep these safety tips in mind: Always assume powerlines are live and stay as far away as possible. Even downed wires can still be energized and extremely dangerous. Never drive over downed powerlines. Even if they appear inactive, they can be entangled with your…

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Updates

Fire Fighter Snowman

We have a new Jr. Firefighter in this Gwinnett County neighborhood! Thank you to these two adorable young ladies in Gwinnett County, GA, who brought their creativity to life by building a fire fighter snowman in the snowfall of January 2025. The snowman, complete with a firefighter helmet, became a charming and playful tribute to the hardworking heroes of the community.

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Cold Weather – Safety Tips

The holidays have come and gone, but the cold weather won’t be leaving any time soon. Please follow these tips to ensure you and your family’s safety in case of a cold weather-related incident. •Keep your gas tank as full as you can. A full tank will also keep the fuel line from freezing. •While we discourage unnecessary travel during inclement weather, if you must go out, please install good winter tires and make sure they have enough tread. •When driving, increase your following distance from 3 to 4 seconds to 5 to 6 seconds. It takes longer to slow…

Winter Storm – Water Pipelines – Safety Tips

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Winter Storm – Water Pipelines – Safety Tips

Due to the winter storm, we advise residents to know how to properly shut off their water to keep their homes safe in the event of a burst pipe during freezing temperatures. - Avoid burst pipes by dripping your pipes and opening cabinets under your sinks. - Locate your home’s water shut-off valve before it becomes an emergency. Valves can typically be found in the front yard of your property. Look for an oval steel plate to locate it. - Shut off your water if a pipe bursts! Remove the steel plate that covers the shut-off valve and turn it…

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Winter Storm – Fire Line Do Not Cross

During the winter storm, you may notice branded tape that reads “Fire Line Do Not Cross” in your neighborhood. For your safety, it is incredibly important for all residents to stay away from areas marked off by this tape in the coming days. High visibility fire line tape is used to mark hazards such as downed powerlines, cable lines, trees, and more. For downed powerlines especially, it is critical to stay away as there is no visible way of knowing if they’re charged or not. This tape is also used to keep residents out of potentially dangerous areas affected by…