Welcome new Johns Creek Fire Department firefighter

Johns Creek Fire Department is pleased to announce our newest Firefighter, Michael Burns. Congratulations and welcome to the crew!

Toys for Tots campaign helps families in need

The Johns Creek Fire Department collected hundreds of toys to be distributed to children throughout metro Atlanta this holiday season. Thanks to all who donated to the program!

Stay safe this winter

Spring forward! Change smoke alarm batteries March 12

Don't forget to set your clocks forward one hour when Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, March 12. 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.

Tip of the Month: Car Emergency Kit

Every vehicle should have an emergency supply kit in the trunk. Kits should be checked every six months, and expired items should be replaced regularly. 

Items to include:

• A properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench and tripod jack
• Jumper cables
• Tool kit and/or a multipurpose utility tool
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• Reflective triangles and brightly colored cloth to make your vehicle more visible
• Compass
• First aid kit with gauze, tape, bandages, antibiotic ointment, aspirin, a blanket, nonlatex gloves, scissors, hydrocortisone, thermometer, tweezers and instant cold compress

Additional items to include are listed on the National Safety Council website.

JCFD visits local elementary schools

The Johns Creek Fire Department had fun showing the students at Findley Oaks Elementary School about what we do for the community. The teachers couldn’t wait to try on the gear and tell the students about it, too!

We'd also like to give a special shout-out to Barnwell Elementary PTO for providing breakfast to Johns Creek first responders recently!

JCFD conducts live fire training

The department conducted annual live fire training for Johns Creek Fire personnel. Crews rotated in and out of training to practice fire suppression, hose advancement, and searching for victims over the course of six days.