Monroe CT Office of the Fire Marshal

06/13/2026

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06/11/2026

EXTREME HEAT IS EXPECTED THE NEXT TWO DAYS BE PREPARED!

Some prevention tips to stay safe in extreme heat include:
• Keep your body temperature cool to avoid heat-related illness.
• Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as possible. If you must be outdoors, try to limit your outdoor activity to the morning and evening. Try to rest often in shady areas so that your body has a chance to cool off.
• Find an air-conditioned location. (Call 2-1-1 for a list of cooling centers.) Do not rely on a fan as your primary cooling device.
• Avoid direct sunlight.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Take cool showers or baths.
• Check on those most at-risk several times a day.
• Pets that cannot be brought indoors should be provided ready access to water and shade to keep them cool.
• Never leave pets inside of parked vehicles because temperatures can soar to life-threatening levels within minutes.
Everyone is also reminded to stay hydrated during periods of extreme heat. As we lose fluid through sweat, dehydration is common during very high temperatures. It is strongly encouraged to:
• Drink more water than usual.
• Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink more fluids.
• Drink two to four cups of water every hour while working or exercising outside.
• Avoid alcohol or liquids containing high amounts of sugar.
• Remind others to drink enough water.

06/09/2026

Open burning is now suspended until October 1st.
Campfires continue to be allowed with a valid permit.

05/26/2026

Indicators of a Gas Leak.
A distinct odor is added to propane to help alert people to a leak. If you smell a bad odor around or near gas related appliances and your not sure of the source, it may be gas leak. CALL 911.

Propane gas detector alarms are available for purchase.
The sound of hissing gas.
If you are using more gas than normal, there may be a leak.

BE AWARE!

05/23/2026

Parade cancelled

05/20/2026

RIP Brother

05/18/2026

If you suspect a Gas Leak!
1.) Get away immediately: Get everyone out of the building or area you suspect the gas leak is.
2.) Avoid Creating Sparks: As you leave, avoid igniting the leaking gas. Do Not activate Electrical devices as they can spark when operated.
3.) STAY AWAY and REPORT THE GAS LEAK: Once safely away call 911. Stay away and prevent other from entering the suspected area/building.
4.) DO NOT USE any appliances until serviced by you LPG supplier/service company.

05/14/2026

Propane Gas Tips:

Propane is heavier than air, it may settle near the floor.
Air flow can move or disperse a propane odor.
YOUR ABILITY TO NOTICE IT CAN BE REDUCED BY:
A cold, allergies, sinus congestion.
To***co or alcohol use.
Being older.
Sleeping.
"Odor fatigue." The odor has been present for some time and your nose gets tired and you no longer smell it.
Propane has lost it's odor. The odor can be absorbed by soil,water making it more difficult to smell.

05/05/2026

ALL OPEN BURNING SUSPENDED!

05/04/2026

National Firefighters Day!

International Firefighters' Day is observed annually on May 4. It honors the courage, dedication, and ultimate sacrifices made by firefighters globally to protect communities and property. The date also coincides with the feast day of Saint Florian, the patron saint of firefighters.

The day was established following a tragic incident in December 1998, when five volunteer firefighters lost their lives in a bushfire in Linton, Victoria, Australia.