GlassRecycling DropOff
25
Sep
By Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula
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GlassRecycling DropOff

Reminder: We offer glass recycling drop-off locations across the county — making it easy for you to recycle and support a more sustainable Gwinnett!  No need to remove labels or metal lids — just rinse and drop them off! Find a location near you: GwinnettCounty.com/GlassRecycling
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Sugarloaf Ascension Sculpture
25
Sep
By Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula
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Sugarloaf Ascension Sculpture

Gwinnett County and the Sugarloaf Community Improvement District held a ribbon-cutting to officially present the Sugarloaf Ascension Sculpture as an entry point to Gwinnett’s downtown. The stainless-steel sculpture, located at the corner of Sugarloaf Parkway and the Interstate 85 southbound exit ramp, is 37 feet tall and weighs more than 20,000 pounds, making it one of the largest sculptures in Gwinnett County
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GFES – News Letter SingUp
24
Sep
By Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula
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GFES – News Letter SingUp

Our quarterly newsletter publishes next month for the fall season! Stay connected with the latest news and lifesaving insights from Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services by subscribing today. Inside Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services includes: - A message from the chief - Highlights of recent incidents and crews in action - Essential fire and life safety tips - Updates on community programs to keep your family and workplace safe Signing up is quick and easy. Visit: GwinnettCounty.com/ENewsletterSignup
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Registration – CPR Training & FireArm Safety Training – Fire Dept & Police Dept
23
Sep
By Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula
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Registration – CPR Training & FireArm Safety Training – Fire Dept & Police Dept

Our Department of Information Technology Services received a National Association of Counties achievement award for the Police and Fire Department Citizen Classes Registration Online system. This user-friendly web application allows residents to register online for public safety programs — including CPR training, youth education, and firearm safety classes — offered by both Gwinnett County Police and Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services. The platform streamlines the enrollment process, reduces administrative workload, and improves overall service delivery. Sign up for an upcoming CPR class using the system at GwinnettCounty.com/CPRSignup or register for a firearm safety class at GwinnettCounty.com/FirearmSafety.
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Play FireHouse Event – Lowes – Fire Dept
23
Sep
By Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula
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Play FireHouse Event – Lowes – Fire Dept

When: Saturday, October 18, 2025 (10a m-1 pm) Where: Your local participating Lowe’s Please follow the link to register for this FREE event Must Register “The fun alarm is ringing! Let your kid celebrate Fire Safety Month with mini-firehouse workshop by Lowe’s and First Alert. Mini-builders get to create their own miniature firehouse complete with a working pole. This hands-on project encourages creativity and introduces kids to the importance of fire safety. Fun all-around!”   Choose Your Store & Slot Workshops are hosted by our Red Vests from 10:00am – 1:00pm, in-store only. DON’T FORGET! Your confirmation email is your ticket;…
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FireFighter Training – Heights Handling
22
Sep
By Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula
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FireFighter Training – Heights Handling

Heights and firefighting go hand-in-hand. It’s a key part of the job, which is why our crews train regularly to get comfortable with the climb. Many common ladder trucks can reach 75 to 100 feet, allowing them to access buildings up to the seventh floor. Our personnel train diligently to ensure they are ready for any situation. Check out some photos from one of our recent ladder training sessions. For Images :
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HouseFire — FireFighters — Lawrenceville
22
Sep
By Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula
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HouseFire — FireFighters — Lawrenceville

Firefighters responded at 3:45 a.m. on 21-Sep-2025 to a house fire on the 900 block of Overlook Path Way SE, Lawrenceville. Fire units arrived and found a two-story residential structure with heavy fire coming from the garage area. Gwinnett County Police relayed the location of the possible trapped victim to firefighters. Firefighters deployed a hose line and a 24-foot extension ladder to a second-story window on the front of the house for rescue. Firefighters made entry through the window and searched the room. During the search, they located a victim and brought them back out of the window and to…
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Fire Programs – Escape Planning
21
Sep
By Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula
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Tips

Fire Programs – Escape Planning

Did you know that the average fire can double in size every 30 seconds? That’s why seconds matter when it comes to escape planning. During a fire, you may have less than two minutes to get out safely. Preparation makes all the difference, especially for kids. Here’s how to get started: -Practice two ways out of every room in your home (doors, windows, or alternate exits). -Choose a safe meeting place outside, like a mailbox, streetlight, or neighbor’s driveway, where everyone can gather. -Review your plan twice a year so it stays fresh in everyone’s mind. -Involve your children by…
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