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Emmitsburg, MD
Joined December 2008
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U.S. Fire (USFA) retweeted
Floods are the most common & costliest natural disaster in the U.S. Take steps to protect what you’ve worked hard to build. The National Flood Insurance Program’s new tool lets residents in participating communities get a quote & buy a policy in minutes.➡️fema.gov/press-release/20261…
Today is Test it Tuesday
Tonight, try sleeping with your bedroom door closed.
A closed door can help slow down the spread of smoke, heat, and flames. Allowing more time for your family more time to escape.
#TestItTuesday #FireSafety
Being prepared is core to the U.S. Fire administration’s mission!
Take time to review fire-safety procedures at your work, home, and school.
A prepared community is a safer community.
#MissionMonday #FireSafety #Prepardness
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As we kick off National School Bus Safety Week, parents — remind your kids to always:
🟡 Look left-right-left before crossing the street.
🟡 Stay at least 5 giant steps away from the curb.
🟡 Before boarding, wait for the bus to come to a complete stop.
U.S. Fire (USFA) retweeted
Preparing to head out for Halloween fun? Make sure your smoke alarms are ready. Press the test button to confirm they’re working—because a working alarm can save lives.
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#Halloween is less than two weeks away! Avoid injuries and prevent fires by celebrating the scary season safely: mass.gov/doc/halloween-safet…
ALT Picture of a jack-o-lantern with safety tips: Pumpkin carving is the leading cause of Halloween injuries. Leave it to the adults, and use carving tools rather than kitchen knives. Battery-powered tea lights or glow sticks are safer than candles in your jack-o-lantern. Keep cornstalks, crepe paper, and other decorations away from heat sources. Trick-or-treaters should carry a flashlight and wear bright colors or reflective tape to be seen. Drivers should watch out for little ones!
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Leaves are falling and temperatures are dropping — is your grip slipping, too? 🍁
Wet leaves, morning frost and slick roads can make fall driving challenging. Wore tire tread can reduce traction and increase stopping distances on wet roads.
Check these 3 things before hitting the road. ⤵️🛞
U.S. Fire (USFA) retweeted
Join the NVFC on Oct 21 at 2pm ET for Behind the 8 Ball: The First 15 Minutes on the Fireground, presented by Timothy Cowan. This webinar will explore incident priorities and the impact of limited staffing. 👉 buff.ly/NlnTtou
U.S. Fire (USFA) retweeted
Practice makes perfect. Are you participating in the #GreatShakeout? Remember, when the ground shakes: Drop, Cover and Hold On!
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🔥 Wildland-Urban Interface Training Opportunity (FREE OF CHARGE!)
Join us Feb. 26, 2027, in Pearl, Mississippi, for the one-day, off-campus F0633 Wildland-Urban Interface Risk Assessment & Mitigation for the Fire Service course.
Enrollment is limited.
U.S. Fire (USFA) retweeted
📱📸 All of those social media pics from the pumpkin patch are draining your battery! Recharge safely. Use manufacturer-recommended chargers, avoid charging on beds or couches, and never charge damaged devices. 🔋🔥
The NFA has immediate vacancies for it Youth Firesetting Prevention and Intervention course scheduled for November 1 - 6, 2026.
This course is based on the requirements of NFPA Standard 1030 pertaining to the Youth Firesetting Intervention Specialist and Program Manager.
It focuses on how identification, intake, screening, disposition, and follow-up are used to mitigate youth firesetting behavior.
Apply here: usfa.fema.gov/nfa/admissions…
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Heavy rain is forecast across parts of the central and southern U.S., including KS, MO, OK, AR, and central/southern TX. Stay indoors if possible. If you must drive, plan your route, avoid low-lying roads, and never drive through floodwater or around barricades.
ALT Road barricade blocking a flooded street with water covering the area and trees in the background, warning against driving through floodwaters.
When was the last time your family tested your home fire escape plan?
Plan to have a home fire drill and practice your home fire escape plan.
#TestItTuesday
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Whether you’re volunteer or paid, structural or wildland, active or retired, we want to hear from you! Firefighters: Join the National Firefighter Registry for Cancer (NFR) and help us understand and reduce the risk of cancer in the U.S. fire service: nfr.cdc.gov/
ALT firefighter fighting a fire with the CDC NIOSH and NFR logos
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If your power went out due to Hurricane Isaias:
• Throw out perishable food that has been unrefrigerated for more than 4 hours.
• Keep generators outdoors and 20 feet away from your home.
• Before reconnecting appliances, make sure power has been restored safely and is stable.
ALT Instructions for storm power outages: unplug electronics, keep fridge and freezer closed, and use generators only outdoors.
The USFA's National Fire Academy's application period for January - March 2027 classes will be closing on Thursday, October 15 at midnight.
All available courses can be found here: apps.usfa.fema.gov/nfacourse…
All training is at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, MD.
Apply using the electronic application: usfa.fema.gov/nfa/admissions…
