Mayor Jane Castor, City Of Tampa | City Of Tampa website
Mayor Jane Castor, City Of Tampa | City Of Tampa website
Tampa Fire Rescue is participating in Fire Prevention Week 2024, scheduled from October 6-12. This year's theme, "Smoke Alarms: Make them work for you," highlights the significance of having functional smoke alarms in every household.
In collaboration with the American Red Cross of Central Florida, Tampa Fire Rescue will provide free smoke alarm installations in various Tampa neighborhoods. Residents can register for this service at Tampa.gov/fire by selecting the Fire Prevention Week link.
The installation schedule is as follows:
- Monday, October 7: North Tampa, 8 am - 2 pm
- Tuesday, October 8: East Tampa, 8 am - 2 pm
- Wednesday, October 9: South Tampa, 8 am - 2 pm
- Thursday, October 10: West Tampa, 8 am - 2 pm
Residents must register before October 1, 2024.
"We are committed to promoting fire safety year-round, and Fire Prevention Week provides a focused opportunity to engage with our community," said Fire Chief Barbara Tripp. "By working together, we can make our community safer for everyone in Tampa."
Mayor Jane Castor added, "As a community, our greatest responsibility is to protect one another. Making sure all of our Tampa residents have properly functioning smoke alarms is a crucial reminder of the simple steps we can take to keep our homes and loved ones safe."
Throughout the week, Tampa Fire Rescue will also conduct community events and school programs focused on fire safety education.
For more information or to schedule a smoke alarm installation, visit Tampa.gov/fire or contact the Tampa Fire Rescue Public Education Division at 813-274-7002.
Contact:
306 East Jackson Street
Tampa, Florida 33602
(813) 274-8211
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