Inverness Fire Protection District

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day to the one and only Sparky the Fire Dog!

For decades, Sparky has been the face of fire safety, reminding people of all ages that a few simple actions can make a big difference.

Visit https://www.Sparky.org for fire safety resources and discover fun ways to make safety part of every day.

08/26/2026

Installed home fire sprinklers do more than save lives and reduce property damage. Research shows they also reduce the environmental impact of home fires by cutting greenhouse gas emissions, using less water, and reducing pollutants released into the environment. It's one more reason home fire sprinklers are a smart investment for families and communities.

Learn more: https://homefiresprinkler.org/

08/24/2026

🚌 The big yellow buses are back on the roads! 🚌

As kids head back to school, remember they are most at risk when approaching or leaving the school bus.

🚗 Slow down when you see a school bus.
🛑 Stop when the bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
👀 Watch carefully for children crossing the road.

Let’s all do our part to help keep Illinois students safe this school year! 🎒

08/19/2026

Complete the Family Power Check for .

Work together and see how strong your charging superpowers are. This free printable is great for handouts and open houses.

Small actions. Big impact. Be a hero every time you plug in!

Print your free handout here: https://nfpa.social/4fA7cQz

08/18/2026

🚨 Scam Alert! 🚨
We've been made aware of fraudulent posts claiming to sell Inverness Fire Protection District t-shirts, sweatshirts and other merchandise. These posts are not affiliated with our department.

Please do not click on the links. We encourage you to report these posts and let others know they are scams.

Thank you for your support and vigilance!

08/18/2026

Videos shared online may depict squishy toys — including popular animal, food, and character-shaped squeeze toys — expanding, changing texture, or bursting when heated. These demonstrations are dangerous and should never be attempted or imitated.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Newsroom/News-Releases/2026/Consumer-Safety-Alert-CPSC-Warns-Consumers-About-Fake-and-Counterfeit-Squishy-Toys-Reiterates-Warning-About-Serious-Burn-Hazards

08/18/2026

No good place for a burn hazard, but this is especially bad.

Keep squishy toys cool. Never heat them in microwaves or anywhere else.

08/18/2026

Boxes? Bedding? Snacks? Before campus life gets into full swing, add safety to the move-in checklist.

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)'s free campus safety resources cover cooking safety and the safe use, storage, and charging of lithium-ion batteries to help students start the semester with smart habits.

Find these and other campus fire safety tips at: nfpa.org/campussafety

08/18/2026

🚌 Back-to-School Safety: School Bus Safety

As students head back to school, remember that safety starts before they even reach the classroom. Whether you’re driving, walking, or riding the bus, everyone has a role in keeping students safe.

🛑 Drivers: Slow down and stop when a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended. Never pass a stopped school bus.

🚶 Students: Stay alert around buses, use sidewalks and crosswalks when available, and wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching.

🚌 Bus riders: Stay seated, keep aisles clear, keep hands and heads inside the bus, and follow the driver’s instructions.

Let’s make this school year a safe one for every student. Slow down, stay alert, and watch for school buses!