Celebrating Class#19 Graduation

Celebrating Class#19 Graduation

Celebrating Class #19 - November 2013 Graduates A big shoutout and heartfelt thanks to the amazing members of Class #19 who graduated in November 2013! Your dedication, hard work, and continued support of the Citizens Fire Academy have made a lasting impact on our community. Check out these throwback photos and take a trip down memory lane. If you see yourself or a friend, tag them and share your favorite CFA memories with us! Let’s celebrate the bond and contributions of this incredible class. Thank you, Class #19, for your passion and commitment to making a difference! For Images Click…
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Apply for FireFighters

Apply for FireFighters

Ever wonder what makes a firefighter? It's not a one-size-fits-all answer, but here's what we see in our team: • Heroic heart: You run towards danger, not away from it. • Compassionate care: You treat everyone like family in their time of need. • Tenacious spirit: You never give up until the job is done. • Team player: You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. • Strength and resilience: You can handle anything thrown your way. • Dedication to service: Saving lives and protecting property is your passion. Think you have what it takes? Apply now at GwinnettFireJobs.com!
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Celebrate the new year safely!

Celebrate the new year safely!

The new year will soon be upon us and we want you to celebrate the new year safely! While some fireworks are legal in Georgia, it's important to prioritize safety. Consider attending a professional fireworks show instead. If you choose to use fireworks, please follow these safety tips: • Buy from licensed vendors. • Read instructions carefully. • Have water, a hose, and a fire extinguisher ready. • Use fireworks outdoors, away from buildings and flammable materials. • Light one at a time. • Keep a safe distance. • Never relight a dud. • Soak used fireworks in water before…
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Smoke Alarm Blitz in Norcross

Smoke Alarm Blitz in Norcross

Saturday morning at the Smoke Alarm Blitz in Norcross! CFA volunteers, Fire Educators, and Firefighters visited approximately 140 homes, and were able to install approximately 42 smoke alarms and CO detectors. These efforts are critical to keeping families safe by ensuring they have working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in their homes. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make our community safer! For more Images Click Here.
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CFA – CPR Fire Instructions at Gas South Arena

CFA – CPR Fire Instructions at Gas South Arena

We would like to give a heartfelt shout-out to our awesome CRR fire instructors, our incredible CFA volunteers, and the amazing community members who joined us at Gas South Arena for Hands Only CPR training! Your dedication to learning this life saving skill makes all the difference. Learning CPR is vital because: It can double or triple the chances of survival during a cardiac arrest. Every second counts - quick action can help save lives before emergency responders arrives. You might save the life of a loved one, a friend, or even a stranger. Your participation helps our community stronger…
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CFA  Fire Safety and Extinguisher Training at Gas South Arena

CFA Fire Safety and Extinguisher Training at Gas South Arena

Big thanks to the firefighters, fire educators, and CFA volunteers for organizing the Fire Safety and Extinguisher Training at Gas South Arena (6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth 30098) this past Wednesday, 12/11/24. Learning how to extinguish a fire safely and effectively is a crucial skill that can save lives and minimize property damage. We're so grateful for the time and effort put into educating our community about fire safety!
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Donating Toys to Little Kids — Gwinnett County Fire Department

Donating Toys to Little Kids — Gwinnett County Fire Department

You have a chance to help make this holiday season extra special for the little ones in our community by donating to Gwinnett Police’s Fill the Sleigh Toy Drive. We’re accepting toy donations now through Friday, December 13 at the following locations: •Fire Headquarters, 408 Hurricane Shoals Road NE, Lawrenceville •Fire Training Academy, 3608 Braselton Highway, Dacula Please consider dropping off new, unwrapped toys priced at $10 or more for local children.
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Christmas Tree & Care — Tips

Christmas Tree & Care — Tips

Did you know one out of 32 reported home Christmas tree fires resulted in a death? If you’re choosing a real tree this year, properly watering your tree can help reduce the risk of a home fire. Here are some tips for selecting the right Christmas tree and giving it proper care to prevent fires: • Check tree needles: Needles should bend, not break, and be difficult to remove. • Do a trunk test: A fresh tree's trunk is sticky. Bouncing the trunk should not dislodge many needles. • Avoid heat sources: Keep the tree away from fireplaces, wood stoves,…
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Gwinnett County Police’s Fill the Sleigh Toy Drive!

Gwinnett County Police’s Fill the Sleigh Toy Drive!

Join us in helping spread a little cheer this holiday season with Gwinnett County Police's Fill the Sleigh Toy Drive! From now through Friday, December 13, we're accepting toy donations at the following locations: • Fire Headquarters, 408 Hurricane Shoals Road NE, Lawrenceville • Fire Training Academy, 3608 Braselton Highway, Dacula Toys should be new, unwrapped, and priced at $10 or more. Youth basketballs, footballs, soccer balls, and gift cards are great gifts for teenagers. Toy weapons will not be accepted. Let’s help bring holiday joy to families in our community!
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