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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.

Hands-only CPR is designed to equip Gwinnett County residents with the knowledge and understanding needed during a cardiac emergency. Sign up for the class to the lifesaving skills you need to provide faster, effective assistance for such a situation. Classes are held twice a month, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services Headquarters, located at 408 Hurricane Shoals Road in Lawrenceville. Click the link to register for a class today! GwinnettCounty.com/CPRSignUp

If you or anyone you know would like to experience the Gwinnett Citizens Fire Academy, registration is now open for the next session! You will have a fun experience Calling all Gwinnett County residents! Enrollment is now open for the spring class of our Citizens Fire Academy. Go behind the scenes and learn what it takes to be a firefighter/paramedic with Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services. In this nine-week program, you’ll ride in a fire engine, spray a fire hose, and learn life-saving skills. Enroll today to become a risk reduction advocate! The application deadline is March 17, 2025. Apply…

Seeking a warm place to rest tonight ? With temperatures expected to drop below 35 degrees, find temporary, overnight relief at one of our five warming stations from 6:00pm to 7:00am, and enjoy a nourishing meal and warm drinks throughout your stay. For a list of locations and bus routes, visit GwinnettCounty.com/WarmingStations or call 770.822.8850.

🎅 Wishing you all a Merry Christmas filled with love, laughter, and joy! 🎄🎁

Seeking a warm place to rest tonight, December 22? With temperatures expected to drop below 35 degrees, find temporary, overnight relief at one of our five warming stations from 6:00pm to 7:00am, and enjoy a nourishing meal and warm drinks throughout your stay. For a list of locations and bus routes, visit GwinnettCounty.com/WarmingStations or call 770.822.8850.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a happy new year! Hope you all have a relaxing holiday season. Our headquarters will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday. The 31 fire stations around the county will remain open and ready to respond to any emergency. Have a safe holiday, everyone!

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!

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…

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.