JCFD Firewatch Newsletter: January

FROM THE CHIEF

Dear Residents,

The New Year is off to a great start, and we encourage you to make safety a priority in 2024. Please keep safety in mind as you heat your home or business. We've included some safety tips below to help you and your family or business stay safe this winter.

Do you know the difference between a watch vs. warning for severe weather? From snow emergencies to spring thunderstorms, take the time to prepare for inclement weather situations.

We hope you'll stay connected with us - follow along on our Facebook and Instagram accounts to see photos, news, and safety information.

Stay safe this winter,

Chris Coons

Johns Creek Fire Chief

Safety Tips for Winter Weather

Heating is a leading cause of U.S. home fires and home fire injuries and third leading cause of home fire deaths. January and February are peak months for heating fires. Stay safe with these tips from the National Fire Protection Agency.

Did You Know: Outdoor Burning Guidelines

If you're looking to conduct outdoor burning, please Contact the Fire Marshal's Office prior to any outdoor burning for approval at 678-474-1648.

Please fill out this form prior to any outdoor burning. View burning guidelines.

JCFD Q&A: How do I arrange to tour a fire station?

Please complete the online Request Station Tour form, email Community Services or call 678-474-1641.

New recuiting class graduates fire academy

Johns Creek Fire Department celebrated the graduation of Recruit Class 23-01. Congratulations to our department's three newest probationary firefighters: Connor Azar, Jeremiah Hyatt, and Andrew Pestano

Spring forward! Change smoke alarm batteries

Don't forget to set your clocks forward one hour when Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, March 10. It's also a great time to check your smoke alarm battery and carbon monoxide detector battery, as many need replacing every six months.

Check the manufacturer date of your smoke alarms while changing your batteries. It is recommended that you replace your smoke alarms every 10 years. You can find the manufacturer date on the bottom side of the detector, usually on a sticker located near the battery compartment.

JCFD is hiring!

Join our team! The Johns Creek Fire Department is hiring firefighter EMTs and firefighter paramedics. Apply today!

Terrance Knight named Firefighter of the Year

Fire Apparatus Operator Terrance Knight was named the 2023 Firefighter of the Year. Congratulations!

JCFD recognizes staff promotions with pinning ceremony

The Johns Creek Fire Department (JCFD) honored 19 of its staff with a pinning ceremony following promotions to various positions within the department.

Mayor Pro Tem Stacy Skinner congratulated fire staff at the event, which included the pinning of:

Fire Apparatus Operator: Paul Wessling, Michael Mackendree, Rico Poole
Fire Lieutenant: Cody Williams, Kyle Brown, Geoffrey Garcia, Brian Cox, Bryan Porterfield, Alan Skully, Michael Richard
Fire Captain: Aaron Roberts, Brandon Kingrey, Brian Johnson, Joshua Cater
Battalion Chief: Anthony Saunders
Deputy Fire Chief: Jeffrey Johansen
Deputy Fire Marshal: Christopher Wall, Loren Johnson
Fire Marshal: Christopher Clanton

Congratulations!

Download the JCFD's Home & Business Safety Checklists

The Johns Creek Fire Department offers a Home Safety Checklist and Business Safety Checklist for you to download and help ensure your home or business is safe.

JOHNS CREEK FIRE DEPARTMENT

11360 Lakefield Drive

Johns Creek, GA 30097

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