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The Madison Fire Department is committed to your safety.

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Your Safety's News

  • MFD's Community Education Division Teaches Kids To BE AWARE Posted 10/12/2018

       It's national Fire Prevention Week, and we at the Madison Fire Department want you to LOOK, LISTEN, LEARN, BE AWARE: Fire Can Happen Anywhere! Read more »

  • LEARN Two Ways Out Of Every Room Posted 10/10/2018

     It's national Fire Prevention Week, and we at the Madison Fire Department want you to LOOK, LISTEN, LEARN, BE AWARE: Fire Can Happen Anywhere! Whether you’re home, out to dinner, or at a public venue you’ve never visited before, always identify two ways out in case of emergency. Read more »

  • LISTEN For The Sound Of The Smoke Alarm Posted 10/09/2018

     It's national Fire Prevention Week, and we at the Madison Fire Department want you to LOOK, LISTEN, LEARN, BE AWARE: Fire Can Happen Anywhere! LISTEN for the sound of the smoke alarm. Smoke alarms are the first line of defense in a fire by alerting everyone in time to get out safely. In fact, having smoke alarms in your home cuts your risk of dying in a fire by half. Make sure your home is adequately equipped with working smoke alarms by taking the following steps: Read more »

  • LOOK: Fire Hazards May Lurk In Your Home Posted 10/08/2018

     It's national Fire Prevention Week, and we at the Madison Fire Department want you to LOOK, LISTEN, LEARN, BE AWARE: Fire Can Happen Anywhere! Today, take a moment to LOOK around for potential fire hazards and address them right away! If necessary, have a qualified professional correct the hazards. Cooking is the leading cause of U.S. home fires, causing nearly half (47%) of all home fires each year on average. Unattended cooking is the leading cause of home cooking fires. Read more »

  • Show Us Your Smarts: Take the Home Fire Sprinkler Quiz! Posted 05/08/2018

     Saturday, May 19 is National Home Fire Sprinkler Day. All week long we’re spreading the word about the benefits of installing home fire sprinklers! Join the conversation online using the hashtag #HomeFireSprinklerDay.    Read more »