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LMFD – NOTICE ABOUT PUBLIC RELATION EVENTS

Our volunteers greatly enjoy interacting with our community. During the year we participate in many events like station tours, taking a truck to events, or teaching fire safety information to children. When making requests for our participation please keep in mind we plan these events in advance so our volunteers can change their schedules to … Continue reading LMFD – NOTICE ABOUT PUBLIC RELATION EVENTS

Looking for something to do? How about reviewing some fire prevention material…

  Are you looking for activities to keep you and your child busy? Now is a perfect time to practice exit drills with your children. If you have not done one before, we have included some helpful links to help you get started. The most important thing to remember is this is a family project. … Continue reading Looking for something to do? How about reviewing some fire prevention material…

Tips to prepare you and your loved ones for an emergency

Fires can occur when you least expect it, leaving little time to plan your escape, so the time to prepare for an emergency isn’t when your alarm sounds. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), only 32% of American households have actually developed and practiced an emergency escape plan. Make time to sit down … Continue reading Tips to prepare you and your loved ones for an emergency

Firefighter I (NFPA 1001) / Bucks Basic Fire Academy – 2021

Firefighter I National Certification (NFPA 1001) & Bucks Basic Fire Academy 2021   Registration is OPEN for our annual Firefighter I & Basic Fire Academy in the Lehigh Valley. **** Students MUST pre-register by completing the application form and faxing it to LMFD at 610.398.1526 or by emailing it to mtrexler@firestation30.org **** Course Location & … Continue reading Firefighter I (NFPA 1001) / Bucks Basic Fire Academy – 2021

LOWER MACUNGIE FIRE DEPARTMENT – SANTA RUN 2019

  There will be two Santa Runs again this year. One will be in Alburtis Borough on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019 starting around Noon.  Please click here for more information about the Alburtis Borough Holiday Festival.   The Santa Run in Lower Macungie Township will be on Saturday, Dec. 14th. It will be start around … Continue reading LOWER MACUNGIE FIRE DEPARTMENT – SANTA RUN 2019

5 carbon monoxide safety tips

Along with the cold temperatures, snow and ice, winter also brings unpredictable dangers, including the threat of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, CO poisoning is the number one cause of accidental poisonings in the U.S. Referred to as the “silent killer,” CO is a colorless, odorless and … Continue reading 5 carbon monoxide safety tips

8 fire safety tips that could help save your life

Having working smoke alarms in your home is as important as wearing a seatbelt in your car. It’s a necessity that protects you and your loved ones. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), approximately three out of five home fire deaths occur in residences with no working smoke alarms or without any smoke … Continue reading 8 fire safety tips that could help save your life