This week’s theme is “Fire Safety for People with Disabilities.” Millions of Americans live with physical and mental disabilities. It’s important to know your risk and build your fire prevention plans around your abilities. #FireSafetyTips#BeSafe#PlanAroundYourDisabilities
On 7/23/84 an explosion at the Union Oil Refinery in Romeoville, IL was so severe that an airplane flying 1,500' above was hit by debris & 10 ff's were killed. Mutual aid from 30 agencies brought the blaze under control. Faulty welding work was to blame. #FireHistory#NeverForget
"While more and more products are being manufactured with lithium-ion batteries, their use in electric cars and other vehicles may currently be of the most concern to the fire service."
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On 6/18/07 9 Charleston firefighters died in the Sofa Super Store Fire. In the years that followed significant tactical, operational, & code changes were implemented in CFD & throughout the country. In honoring these men, we learn from our tragedies. #NeverForget#FireHistory
If you are planning on camping this summer, make sure you take precautions with your campfire. Campfires can easily turn into wildfires!
#FirePrevention#FireSafetyTips#SummerTime#BeSafe
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On 6/17/72 9 Boston ffs were killed in the Hotel Vendome fire. The fire was largely under control when suddenly 5 floors collapsed without warning trapping 17 ffs. Eight were rescued. The collapse was blamed on the failure of an overloaded steel column. #FireHistory#NeverForget
We are seeking input for presentations & class requests for our 40th Annual Winter Fire School.
Instructors, please submit a request to present:
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Students, please request topics or class suggestions:
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We want to hear from you!
On 5/28/77 a fire at the Beverly Hills Supper Club in Southgate, KY killed 165 making it the 3rd deadliest nightclub fire in U.S. history. Overcrowding, faulty wiring, inadequate fire exits, and extreme code violations all led to the tragedy. #FireHistory#NeverForget
Yesterday people were killed by violent tornadoes that swept across the South. Do you know where to safely seek shelter in your home? #MoWx#StormAware https://t.co/U8UbdBXGNK
While many things have come to a halt, what hasn’t stopped is the teamwork and dedication of our state agencies. And for that, we are extremely grateful. #MOgreatness#MissouriProud
Running out of activities for kids?
Download our free activity book, Let’s Have Fun with Fire Safety, and teach children important fire safety messages while they color and solve puzzles.
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#COVID19 didn't exist when @GovParsonMO's Cabinet took part in this Continuity of Gov't (COG) workshop @MoSEMA_ But over the last month, we've been implementing the same concepts - adapting & relocating operations to keep state gov't functioning after a disaster. #WeServeMO
Today is #WorldHealthDay. Please join me in thanking and praying for those Missourians responding to COVID-19. They continue answering the call to keep our communities, and our entire state healthy. #MOgreatness#MissouriProud
Are you ready for wildfire season? Do you know what to do to protect your family and home from wildfires. This graphic has great tips to help you get prepared!
#FirePrevention#FireSafetyTips#WUIAwarness
Many local newspapers have dropped paywalls for #coronavirus#Covid_19 coverage. Use this opportunity to stay informed from reliable local news sources about the disease and how to protect yourself.
☑️don’t believe the rumors
☑️don’t pass them along
☑️go to trusted sources