Inverness Fire Protection District

10/13/2026

It’s Fire Prevention Week! Test your smoke alarms and replace batteries if needed.

09/25/2026

Teach children how to call 911 and what to do in emergencies.

09/25/2026

09/16/2026

𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀

Having a home fire escape plan is important.

Practicing it is what turns the plan into action.

A fire drill helps everyone understand what they are expected to do. It can also reveal problems you might not discover by simply talking about the plan.

Can everyone open the doors and windows they may need? Does everyone remember the meeting place? How long does it actually take to get outside?

Don't wait for an emergency to find out.

𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗘𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗠:

Conduct a home fire drill. Time how long it takes everyone to get outside and reach your meeting place.

Then talk about what worked and what you could improve.

09/10/2026

🔥 Which is safer during a house fire—door open or closed?

Fire safety research shows that a closed door can slow the spread of fire, heat, and toxic smoke, helping keep conditions inside a room survivable longer than with the door open.

That’s why a simple habit matters:

🚪 Close before you doze.
🚨 Have working smoke alarms inside and outside sleeping areas.
🗺️ Have and practice a home fire escape plan.
🏃 If there’s a fire, get out and stay out.
🚪 Close doors behind you as you escape, when possible.

A closed door doesn’t replace escaping—it can BUY precious time.

Close the door. Hear the alarm. Get out safely. 🔥🚒

09/01/2026

Start the school year right—review all fire safety plans at home and school.

09/01/2026

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.