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Arson Awareness Week is May 5-11
Protecting Houses of Worship — Fire as a Weapon
Each year from 2020 to 2022, an estimated average of 1,300 fires in places of worship were reported to fire departments in the U.S. These fires resulted in an estimated annual average of $74.6 million in property loss.
Help congregations by inspecting for:
- 2 ways out of every room, e.g., devotion area, study room, kitchen, library, etc.
- A posted and visible fire escape plan.
- Placement of smoke alarms, including alert devices for people who are hard of hearing.
- Cracked or damaged electrical cords and overloaded extension cords or wall outlets.
- Child locks on cabinets used to store dangerous items, such as poisons, cleaners, matches and lighters.
- Deadbolt locks that can be easily unlocked by all members of the congregation, especially children and people with disabilities, from the inside without a key.
Focus on Wildfire and the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)
Create a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)
A CWPP can help you to strategically document local risk and create an action plan and it will help everyone understand how making improvements to their home and the area around their home can create a more favorable outcome.
USFA announces effort to launch new fire information and analytics platform
The USFA is leading a national effort to develop and launch a new interoperable fire information and innovative analytics platform, known as the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS).
Guide to funding alternatives
Updated November 2023
This comprehensive resource tackles the challenges faced by EMS agencies and fire departments, providing vital information on funding sources, grants and alternative revenue options.
National Women’s Weekend Program at NFA
This annual 2-day NFA on-campus session is an educational opportunity for fire and emergency medical services personnel. This program strengthens a fire service community through education, personal networking, and a shared collegial experience.
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