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Dear Residents,
 Spring is here and it's a great time to keep safety in mind as more time is spent enjoying the outdoors.
If you're headed to enjoy time on the Chattahoochee River this spring, be sure to check the water release schedule. Read more about river safety below, and watch our video about the dangers of the Chattahoochee.
This edition of Firewatch has some important safety tips for smoke alarms, and brings National Safety Month to our attention.
Please stay updated on JCFD operations, training exercise photos, fire safety, and other useful information by following us on
Facebook and
Twitter.
Stay safe,
Interim Fire Chief Chris Coons
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Be safe, check water release schedule before entering Chattahoochee River
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The JCFD's Swift Water Rescue Team has rescued dozens of rafters, kayakers, fishermen, and swimmers from the cold, fast water of the Chattahoochee River
over the last four years.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which manages Lake Lanier, typically releases water from Buford Dam during weekday afternoons unless there are unusual downstream water demands or especially heavy rains. In those situations, unscheduled water releases can come in the morning and on weekends.
During a release, the water level in the Chattahoochee River can get deeper and faster very quickly, rising as much as 11 feet in a matter of minutes.
The Corps tries to give some notice before releasing water downstream from the lake. People can find out about releases by calling 770-945-1466. The announcements may precede releases by a few hours or even minutes.
River users may also review the daily schedule for releases. Four warning sirens have been placed between Buford Dam and State Road 20. The water release will occur within minutes after the sirens stop.
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Outdoor Burn Ban in effect May 1 - Sept. 30
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The ozone in the air we breathe can reach unhealthy levels during summer months and open burning has been identified as a significant contributor of the pollutants that form ozone.
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June is National Safety Month
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Each June, the National Safety Council encourages people to get involved in
National Safety Month
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which aims to raise public awareness of safety in all areas of life - home, work, driving, and recreation.
As the summer season traditionally is a time of increased injuries and fatalities, read a few safety tips for warm weather safety.
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JCFD unveils new fire engine
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The Johns Creek Fire Department unveiled its new engine at Station 63 in March.
Fire Department personnel participated in the traditional "push-in" ceremony, where firefighters move the new truck into the fire station.
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Have you checked your smoke alarm lately?
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Smoke alarms are a key part of home safety. Working smoke alarms give you early warning so you can escape quickly.
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JCFD Interior Search & Rescue Training photos
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The Johns Creek Fire Department recently completed Interior Search & Rescue Training.
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Visit fire stations, request firefighter visits
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Have you ever visited a Johns Creek fire station?
Request a tour to get a behind-the-scenes look at fire operations!
And, if you'd like the JCFD to stop by your child's birthday party, speak to your employees about fire safety or provide an honor guard, you can
request a firefighter visit online.
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Check out the latest recalls
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From vehicles and infant seats, to tires and food, check out the latest recalls from
Recalls.gov.
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Follow JCFD on Facebook and Twitter
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| Want to learn safety tips, view photos of fire training and more? Be sure to follow the Johns Creek Fire Department on Facebook and Twitter! |
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