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YONKERS FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION

EDUCATION - ENFORCEMENT - ENGINEERING

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Public Education and Awareness Bulletins

Fire Prevention Week is October 8-14, 2023

This year’s Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) campaign, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention™,” works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe when cooking.

Go to the National Fire Protection Agency at the link below for more information and resources.

https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About

First Responders Disability Registry

This program is a new and unique plan to aid Yonkers residents with special needs in emergency situations. Specialized information is entered into a database to be accessed, with alerts, to Yonkers Police and Fire Departments and EMS services in the event of an emergency located at a resident’s home. The goal of the program is to eliminate or lessen emotional trauma, fear and conflict when first responders enter homes of those with special needs.

Those with the following special needs, but not limited to, should register:

physical and medical challenges
developmental challenges, mental illness, PTSD
vision and hearing challenges
aged, language barriers, hoarders, service animals, etc.

Enrollment in the registry is dependent upon self-reporting. Privacy concerns are recognized and addressed. Enrollment is fully compliant with applicable regulations.

Want to Register?:

Enrollment forms available at Yonkers Public Libraries, Yonkers City Hall and online: Registry Form (pdf)

DISCLAIMER: All responses are voluntary and confidential and protected under Federal HIPAA Law. The information contained in this document will be used for informational purposes only and will not be used or result in the alteration or change in standard police, fire or EMS emergency procedures. It is the responsibility of each resident to inform the Yonkers Police Department of any changes or updates to the information contained therein

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Yonkers Fire Prevention is now on Instagram!

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Winter Holiday Fire Safety

The winter season is certainly festive, however there are many fire risk factors that are often overlooked as we celebrate holidays, and try to keep warm. Please take time to read the important fire saftey awareness tips and informative content provided below. Also visit and the Public Safety Guides page of the Yonkers Fire Department website.

Over 200 fires annually originate from Christmas trees according to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA). Click the image below to see an informative video provided by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) displaying the havoc that can occur if a dry Christmas tree catches fire.

Recall Notice - Kidde Trusense Smoke and Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarms

On May 6, 2021 a voluntary recall was announced by Kidde for their Trusense series of smoke alarms and combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Click the link below for more information directly from Kidde on how to obtain replacement devices.

https://www.kidde.com/home-safety/en/us/support/product-alerts/recall-kidde-trusense/

Arson Awareness Week 2021 (May 2 - 8)

States and communities are being urged to recognize Arson Awareness Week this May 2-8. This effort is promoted by The United States Fire Administration (USFA),in partnership with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), Coalition Against Insurance Fraud, International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI), International Code Council (ICC), Namic Association Services, National Association of State Fire Marshals, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and National Volunteer Fire Council.

Estimates of intentional fires from 2010-2014 were compiled according to data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS). The research was conducted by the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) and the annual fire department experience survey conducted by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The following estimates were derived from the study:

261,330 - The number of intentional fires reported to fire departments each year.

440 civilian deaths, 1,310 civilian injuries, $1 billion in direct property damage. - Annual losses.

It is clear the toll for intentionally set fires is high, so what motivates someone to set fires to property? Some of the reasons arsonists may set fires range from curiosity, attempt to concealing other crimes, excitement, revenge, and insurance fraud. This year, due to recent and ongoing occurrences nationwide, the 2021 Arson Awareness Week theme is Arson During Civil Unrest. The USFA states the messaging of this year "highlights critical actions first responders must take to help ensure a safe response to arson fires due to civil unrest incidents."

Both first responders and civilians should take time to review Arson Awareness Week materials for not only this current year, but all available educational media. In addition, the Yonkers Fire Department urges all to spreading awareness through interaction with family and friends, as well as through social media platforms.

The following link will bring you to the U.S. Fire Administration's Arson Awareness Page.

Please take time to explore and educate yourself. First Responders should be sure to review the critical actions outlined, as well take time to attend the following webinar provided by USFA:

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