Public Education division

The Effingham Fire Department Public Education Division is committed to educating our citizens on fire safety by offering a variety of services:

• Annual school fire drills
• Fire Station tours
• Fire safety talks, geared for our young and senior citizens.
• Fire extinguisher training and safety talks at local businesses, group homes, and assisted living facilities.
• Smoke detector program: we visit neighborhoods in the city to check smoke detectors and ensure proper placement.
• “Keep the Wreath Red” program: we hang holiday wreaths on both fire stations, each adorned with red lights to raise awareness to the dangers of Christmas tree fires.