Updates

According to the National Fire Prevention Association, the ability to get out of your home during a fire depends on advance warning from smoke alarms and thoughtful planning. Fire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you as little as one or two minutes to escape safely once the smoke alarm sounds. While A a closed door may slow the spread of smoke, heat, and fire. It’s imperative to install smoke alarms in every sleeping room and outside each separate sleeping area. Alarms should also be installed on every level of the home. For a free smoke alarm inspection, please…

Learn the “50 Nifty United States” Song by the 4th of July Here’s a fun little challenge to try before the 4th of July: learn (or re-learn) the classic “50 Nifty United States” song. It lists all the states in alphabetical order, and once you’ve got it down, you’ll never forget it. It’s a great one to teach the kids, try on a car ride, or sing as a group on Independence Day. You can find a version on YouTube or music apps (*link in comments*) and follow along with the lyrics below: Fifty nifty United States from thirteen original…

This week, Class #37 visited Station 31 to learn from the Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Team—and what an eye-opening experience it was! They got a behind-the-scenes look at how Gwinnett County prepares for large-scale emergencies, including how to manage multiple victims, triage scenes efficiently, and coordinate with hospitals and other emergency services. A huge thank you to the dedicated team at Station 31 for sharing their knowledge and showing our class what true preparedness looks like! For more images :

How to Save a Life with CPR – At Home or Anywhere We’re proud to share this life-saving CPR video created by Northside Hospital Heart Institute—a powerful reminder that knowing CPR can make the difference between life and death. A huge THANK YOU to our incredible Gwinnett County CFA Alumni and GCPAAAG Alumni who participated in the video as background talent: Linda, Jeff, Ora, Bernard, Ann, Robert, Olive, Connor, Violette, Cindy, Karla, and Debi – You all brought this message to life! Why should everyone learn CPR? It can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival Most…

GCFAAA - Appreciation Letter from Asst. Fire Marshall GCFAAA got appreciation from Asst. Fire Marshall Mathew Phillips for the GCFAAA efforts and contributions to the Operation-Save-a-Life program. As a result of this program, 702 Smoke Alarms and 150 CO Alarms have been distributed to 31 Fire stations for installation. Congrats to the GCFAA team.

Get nutritious meals for your kids while school’s out this summer! The Gwinnett Summer Meals Program is a county-administered program, offering shelf-stable meals available for curbside pickup at select locations. Beginning Tuesday, May 27 until Friday, August 1, families can stop by to grab free breakfast and lunch between 11:00am and 1:00pm, Monday through Friday, while supplies last. Who qualifies? Families with children ages 18 and younger Adults with disabilities ages 19 and older What Locations? (1) Berkeley Lake Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center 4650 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard (2) Buford Bogan Park Community Recreation Center 2723 North Bogan Road Gwinnett…

We're checking in on CFA Class #37, and they've been busy learning critical hands-on skills! Last night at the Fire Academy, they got experience with: Rolling hoses The Jaws of Life Victim extractions & first aid Ridding in an ambulance ...... and so much more! This class continues to impress with their enthusiasm and willingness to learn what it takes to serve and protect. Great job Class #37! For more Images : 

Veterans can foster a loving companion for a temporary or permanent home through Gwinnett's Paws of Service program. This initiative provides active-duty military personnel and retired U.S. veterans the opportunity to foster shelter animals for emotional support, with the possibility of adoption. The Gwinnett County Animal Welfare covers all pet food and medical expenses at no cost to the foster family. If you're interested in learning more about this rewarding program or wish to apply, please contact 770.339.3200 or email AnimalWelfare@GwinnettCounty.com.

All Gwinnett County firefighters are trained to be certified EMS providers in addition to first responders at an active scene. During National EMS Week, we would like to recognize our personnel for their consistent efforts to provide life-saving care and services to our community. Whether it’s performing critical CPR, responding to a psychiatric emergency, or providing transport to a nearby hospital, we are proud of the work you do. Interested in joining our team and serving our residents? Learn more here at GwinnettFireJobs.com For more Images : 

We're shining a monthly spotlight on our fire stations, and for May, it’s Station 22. Did you know that Station 22, located on Stone Drive in Lilburn, once served as a single-house fire station but has since been changed into a double house, complete with an engine, a ladder truck, and a med unit? Under the shadow of Stone Mountain, its construction began on July 28, 1997, and was completed on September 23, 1998. The building was dedicated in honor of Charles Brant Chesney — “A Firefighter’s Firefighter.” Nearly three decades later, eight firefighters typically staff each shift, creating a family…