City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue

Official Twitter account for the City of Lapeer Fire and Rescue Department.

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect through Thursday evening.

Heat index values may reach 108°.

💧 Stay hydrated
🏠 Stay cool
👵 Check on neighbors
🐾 Protect pets
🚗 Never leave children or pets in a vehicle

Call 9-1-1 in an emergency.

#LapeerFireRescue #HeatSafety

[NWS Detroit @NWSDetroit]

An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect across all of Southeast Michigan through Thursday. Dangerously hot and humid conditions will lead to a heat index in excess of 105 degrees, while lows in the 70s provide little overnight relief from the heat. #miwx

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

🔥 Extreme Heat Warning

Tuesday through Thursday, heat index values could reach 105°-110°.

💧 Stay hydrated
🏠 Stay cool
👵 Check on neighbors
🐾 Protect pets
🚗 Never leave children or pets in a vehicle.

Heat stroke is an emergency. Call 9-1-1.

#LapeerFireRescue #HeatSafety

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Extreme Heat Watch: Tuesday through Thursday.

Heat index values could exceed 105°.

💧 Drink water
🏠 Stay cool
👵 Check on older adults
🐾 Protect pets
🚗 Never leave children or pets in a vehicle.

Take the heat seriously and stay weather aware.

#LapeerFireRescue

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Firefighters don’t just respond to fires. We also handle elevator rescues.

Lapeer Fire & Rescue responded to an elevator incident at McLaren Lapeer Region Hospital today and safely assisted those involved.

Just one of the many services your fire department provides every day.

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Training in Progress Today

If you see firefighters and fire apparatus operating in neighborhoods around the area today, don’t be alarmed.

We’re conducting “porch drills” to practice hose deployment and fire attack operations. There is no emergency.

#LapeerFireRescue

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

🇺🇸 Despite the rain, our community is gathered on DeMille Blvd. this afternoon to celebrate Flag Day and dedicate Lapeer’s new flagpole in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.

#LapeerFireRescue

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

@NWSSPC @NWSDetroit

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Happy EMS Week 2026.

Thank you to the EMS providers within Lapeer Fire & Rescue and our EMS partners across the region for the care, professionalism, and dedication you provide to our community every day.

#LapeerFireRescue

[NWS Detroit @NWSDetroit]

There is a Slight Risk for severe weather today for all of southeast Michigan. A line or broken line of storms will be capable of producing damaging wind gusts, large hail, locally heavy rain, and/or isolated tornadoes. #miwx

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

These March and April calendars show a snapshot of activity at Lapeer Fire & Rescue.

🟨 Calls for Service
🟦 Training
🟧 Public Education/Events
🟩 Meetings

Our members stay busy serving the community in many different ways every week.
#LapeerFireRescue

[NWS Detroit @NWSDetroit]

A Red Flag Warning is in effect until 7 PM for areas along and north of I-69 due to dry, warm, and gusty conditions, so use caution with any outdoor flames or burning to avoid critical fire weather conditions. #MIwx

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Fire Weather Warning through this evening (5/4/26). #lapeerfirerescue

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

International Firefighters’ Day

Today we recognize the firefighters who serve our community and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Thank you to our members and partners for your continued service.

#LapeerFireRescue

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Prescribed burning is now COMPLETE at the Prairies & Ponds of Oakdale!

This vital land management tool helps restore native ecosystems, control invasive species, and promote healthy regrowth. Thank you for your patience as we completed this important ecological work.

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

📷 ATTENTION 📷
We’ll be conducting a prescribed controlled burn this afternoon at the Prairies & Ponds of Oakdale near Genesee St and Lake Dr. Don’t be alarmed if you see smoke in the area. It’s all part of our efforts to manage vegetation and enhance ecosystem health.

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Happy Administrative Professionals Day.

Today we recognize Teresa Brown, our Administrative Assistant, for the vital role she plays in keeping Lapeer Fire & Rescue running.

Thank you for your dedication and support.

#LapeerFireRescue

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Lapeer Fire & Rescue is wearing Child Advocacy Center shirts every Thursday in April to support Child Abuse Awareness Month.

Along with the blue pinwheels, it’s a reminder that protecting children takes all of us.

#LapeerFireRescue

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Natural gas odor.

Source identified at a Consumers Energy facility. No danger to the public. No evacuations required.

Consumers is responding. You may notice an odor in the area until resolved.

Call 9-1-1 if you experience a strong odor indoors.

#LapeerFireRescue

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Tornado Watch #113 is in effect for Lapeer County until 4:00 AM Wednesday.

Conditions are favorable for tornadoes and severe storms. Have multiple ways to receive warnings and know your safe place.

If a warning is issued, seek shelter immediately.

#LapeerFireRescue

[NWS Detroit @NWSDetroit]

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Indiana and Michigan until 4 AM EDT

[City of Lapeer Fire & Rescue @lapeerfd]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch #107 is in effect for Lapeer County until 5:00 AM Tuesday.

A watch means conditions are favorable for severe storms. Be prepared for possible damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain. Have multiple ways to receive warnings overnight.

#LapeerFireRescue

[NWS Detroit @NWSDetroit]

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Michigan until 5 AM EDT