Joint Operations Center Groundbreaking Ceremony Tuesday, November 5, 2024 | Views: 3383 | Categories: Fire Department News, Fire Department Press Releases Joint Operations Center Groundbreaking Ceremony The public is invited to the groundbreaking ceremony for the Joint Operations Facility! Date: November 8 Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: 2 NE Tudor Road (behind Police Headquarters) This facility is made possible through the 2023 No Tax Increase Bond in partnership with the state of Missouri. It will serve as the future home of Fire Administration and Training, as well as the City's Emergency Operations and Communications Centers.
Set Back Your Clocks and Check Your Smoke Alarms Friday, November 1, 2024 | Views: 2257 | Categories: Fire Department News Set Back Your Clocks and Check Your Smoke Alarms As we adjust to shorter daylight hours and disrupted sleep patterns, it’s important to prioritize a critical safety measure: ensuring that your smoke alarms are functioning properly. Changing the batteries in your smoke alarm or replacing the entire unit if it is over 10 years old can be a life-saving choice for you or a loved one. Smoke alarms offer early warning in the event of a fire, providing you with vital seconds to escape. However, this...