Mount Vernon Fire Department

10/12/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our Open House last week! And a big thank you to the vendors who attended as well! Knox Public Health - Mount Vernon, Ohio Knox County, Ohio 911 Ohio State Fire Marshal Mount Vernon Police Department Safe Communities Knox County American Red Cross

Save the date for our 2027 Open House!! - October 7, 2027

10/09/2026

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK: TIP OF THE DAY

Social Media Card—On a Flight? Keep It Insight.

When charging on a plane, keep portable charging devices on the tray table. Do not charge devices in overhead compartments and never charge e-cigarettes or vapes on a plane. If a battery overheats or fails, it is important for the flight crew to be able to respond quickly.



For more information, visit https://www.fpw.org/

10/08/2026

Tonight’s the night! Stop by the fire station between 5:00 and 7:00pm!

Join us on October 8th for our Annual Fire Prevention Week Open House!

10/08/2026

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK: TIP OF THE DAY

Social Media Card—Soft Surface? Hard Pass.

Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor. Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause a battery to overheat.



Find more information at https://www.fpw.org/

10/07/2026

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK: TIP OF THE DAY

Social Media Card—For Tools and Rides, Charge Outside.

Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging. These batteries store more energy, and fires can grow quickly if they fail.



Find more information at https://www.fpw.org/

10/06/2026

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK: TIP OF THE DAY

Social Media Card—Feels Hot? Stop Using It.

Stop using your device right away if the battery smells strange, is warm to the touch, makes popping noises, changes in shape or color, or if you see smoke. If it is safe, move the device away from anything that can catch fire. A damaged battery can overheat and start a fire.



For more information visit https://www.fpw.org/

10/05/2026

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK: TIP OF THE DAY!

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.



For more information, visit https://www.fpw.org/

10/04/2026

Today kicks off National Fire Prevention Week for 2026. Learn more about this year's theme, "Charge Into Fire Safety" by watching this video. We hope to see everyone this Thursday, October 8th, at our Annual Fire Prevention Open House!

Join NFPA and fire departments across North America for Fire Preven...

10/02/2026

Happening now! Come get your car seat checked!

KPH and Mount Vernon Fire Department brings you a FREE car seat check.

🗓 Friday, October 2nd
⏰ 10am to 2pm
📍 200 W. Gambier Street, Mt. Vernon.

Save the date.

09/21/2026

Join us on October 8th for our Annual Fire Prevention Week Open House!