Why schedule a Fire Drill? The purpose of fire drills are to insure the efficient and safe use of all available exit facilities, to familiarize occupants with sound and audibility … Read More

Winter storms can range from a moderate snow over a few hours to a blizzard with blinding, wind-driven snow that lasts for several days. Some winter storms are large enough … Read More

General Safety Set reasonable limits on outdoor play to prevent hypothermia and frostbite. Have children come inside periodically to warm up. Never let children play outside alone, establish a buddy … Read More

2014 Fire Medical Media Releases 2527 W. 24th Terr. 3115 W. 6th Update 3115 W. 6th – Christal K-9 LDCFM Release Regarding Twitter Posts Division Chief Doug Green and Captain … Read More

School breaks give kids and caregivers much-needed refueling time, with relaxed schedules and more play time. During these breaks, however, children may get the impression that rules also have been … Read More

Free child safety seat inspections are done by the Lawrence Police Department as part of the Safe Kids Douglas County led by Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Helpful Information Child Safety Seat Inspections … Read More

Request a Home Safety Inspection by Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical would be happy to perform a Home Fire Safety Inspection, free of charge to the residents … Read More

Help us protect your family Enrolling in Smart911 is completely voluntary. it is the individual citizen who enters, maintains, and updated the information in Smart911. Individuals can share as much … Read More

Motorcyclists have all the same rights and privileges as any motor vehicle driver on the roadway. During Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May – and during the rest of the … Read More

Alternative activities families can enjoy today: Each year, more than 8,700 children and adults are treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments for fireworks-related injuries, according to U.S. Consumer Project Safety … Read More

Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year. It is important to know how to prevent heat-related illness and … Read More

Never Leave Children, Disabled Adults or Pets in Parked Vehicles Risk for Children and Adults The risk of a serious injury or death during hot weather is heightened for children … Read More

The summer months can be uncomfortable—even dangerous—for pets and people. You can help you keep your pets safe and cool this summer, by following these tips for helping everyone in … Read More

Take Steps to Stay Safe Around Water Pools, lakes, ponds and beaches mean summer fun and cool relief from hot weather. But, water also can be dangerous, if you don't … Read More

Safe Boating Tips You learned the “rules of the road” before you sat behind the wheel of a car and you should do the same before taking the helm. Just … Read More

We need sunshine. It helps with our body’s production of Vitamin D and has been tied to issues of depression in some people who don’t get enough. However, overexposure to … Read More

Spending time together outdoors is good for the whole family. Don't let bug bites and strings ruin your fun. Most bug bites and stings are harmless, but some mosquitoes and … Read More

School is a very fire safe place to be. Schools conduct fire drills several times a year to be sure everyone in the building knows how to get outside quickly … Read More

Is there someone I can talk to in general about becoming a firefighter? The job as a firefighter is one of the most challenging and rewarding careers. Quick and coordinated … Read More

The department may allow civilians, Explorer Cadets, and hospital staff to ride-out on apparatus to increase awareness of department function and operations; and for exposure to career opportunities and recruitment. … Read More