Fire Prevention Week

Since 1922, the NFPA has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, children, adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire. Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to drastically decrease casualties caused by fires. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of Oct. 9 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on Oct. 8, 1871.

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Fire Safety Research Institute releases video focused on escaping high-rise fires
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The video combines research footage with 3D modeling to show fire growth and spread throughout an apartment, the hallway and the stairwell
Video of the Week: Firefighters create song, video for #FirePreventionWeek
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Members of Milledgeville Fire Rescue recorded and filmed "Don't Wait (Pre Plan Your Escape)"
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Know your gear: Moisture management
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Staying cool, dry and comfortable in turnout gear is essential for firefighter health and safety
Fire safety grants for schools
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“Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape” teaches simple, but important actions to safe from home and school fires
‘Each one of you is a hero’: President Biden addresses fire service leaders at USFA event
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Biden’s appearance marks the first time a president has participated in the Summit on Fire Prevention and Control since Harry Truman in 1947
Photo of the Week: Driving up fire safety and cancer awareness in Indiana
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The Greensburg Fire Department is hosting school presentations for Fire Prevention Week and wrapped a tanker in pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
UL FSRI releases video series to show speed of home fire spread
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The videos, coupled with the institute's annual survey findings, align with the start of Fire Prevention Month to encourage fire safe behaviors
Firefighters have plans A, B, and C – what about the occupant?
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You train for the rescue; train them to be rescued
6 free Fire Prevention Week resources for fire departments
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NFPA and USFA leaders share guidance for increasing public awareness of fire safety
Fire Prevention Week: 100 years of fire safety messaging
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Exploring the countless opportunities enhance fire safety in your communities
The history of Fire Prevention Week
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From the story of Mrs. O’Leary’s cow to the annual observations that bring fire safety messages to millions
Fire Prevention Week: The CRR Super Bowl
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Building your team’s playbook means identifying smart locations, securing key partnerships and getting team buy-in
USFA, NFFF to host Summit on Fire Prevention and Control
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The “State of Science” event will feature presentations from fire service leaders detailing challenges and proposed solutions to the fire problems facing the nation
National Fire Prevention Week 2022: Prepping for the big event
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The National Fire Protection Association has announced its theme for this year: “Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape.”
Peshtigo Fire: The deadliest wildfire in U.S. history
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The conflagration claimed the lives of more than 1,500 people but still exists for many in the shadow of the Great Chicago Fire
Fire Prevention Week theme announced for centennial event
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The 2022 “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape” campaign shares simple but important ways to safely escape home fires
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