JCFD Firewatch Newsletter: July

FROM THE CHIEF

Dear Residents,

As summer temperatures heat up, please keep safety in mind while spending time outdoors, celebrating summer holidays, and enjoying fireworks displays.

We've outlined some fireworks safety tips and provided the fireworks law reminders below. Please use extreme caution if you're using fireworks.

Be sure to check out safety tips on outdoor grilling and if you're cooling off in the Chattahoochee River, read the information below on how to stay safe while enjoying the water.

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

Stay safe this summer,

Chris Coons

Johns Creek Fire Chief

Stay safe while celebrating Independence Day

The Johns Creek Fire Department reminds you to please use extreme caution if celebrating the July 4 holiday with fireworks. View more info about fireworks safety on the city website.

As of July 1, 2018, the Georgia General Assembly adjusted the law regarding when fireworks can be used and how they may be regulated. The law (HB 419) allows consumer fireworks to be used or ignited at the following times:

Any day beginning at 10 a.m. and ending at 11:59 p.m. (unless such use or ignition during such times in not in compliance with the local noise ordinance in effect in that jurisdiction.) The City of Johns Creek follows state law and the city noise ordinance. It is prohibited to use or ignite fireworks in the city's public parks without an approved written permit from the City of Johns Creek.
The use of fireworks is legal until 11:59 p.m. statewide around certain holidays (regardless of local jurisdiction): on Jan. 1, the last Saturday and Sunday in May (before Memorial Day), July 3 & July 4, the first Monday in September (Labor Day), Dec. 31, 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. time period; and Jan. 1 from 12 a.m. (midnight) to 1 a.m.

For noise complaints, residents can call 911.

Provide input on the JCFD Customer Evaluation Survey

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JCFD announces Firefighter of the Quarter award winners

Johns Creek Fire Department is proud to announce Michael Mackendree as the Firefighter of the First Quarter 2022.

Congrats, Michael!

Johns Creek Fire Department is proud to announce James Stewart as the Firefighter of the Second Quarter 2022.

Congrats, James!

Keep safety in mind while enjoying Chattahoochee River

With continued warmer weather, the Chattahoochee River can be a great place to play, fish, or relax. It looks like a languid, easy-going river, but its appearance can be dangerously deceptive. When the Corps of Engineers releases water from Lake Lanier, the resulting surge of water can cause the river to rise several feet in a short amount of time.

During a release, the Chattahoochee can rise as much as 11 feet in minutes. The water can be as cold as 47 degrees, enough to bring on hypothermia and hamper efforts to swim to shore.

During the summer, the Johns Creek Fire Department Swift Water Rescue Team responds several times a month to emergency calls to rescue people from the frigid, rushing water of the river.

Read more about the water releases and how to stay safe on the river.

Check your gas grill for leaks

Before you fire up the grill this summer, view these helpful and easy tips for inspecting your gas grill for leaks at home.

Save the date: Community Safety Day set for Saturday, Oct. 8

Join us to get an up-close view of fire and police department vehicles, equipment, and demonstrations on Saturday, Oct. 8 at City Hall.