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As we wrap up Fire Safety Week, here’s one final reminder to help keep your home and family safe: unplug your devices on...
10/09/2026

As we wrap up Fire Safety Week, here’s one final reminder to help keep your home and family safe: unplug your devices once they are fully charged.

Leaving a device plugged in longer than necessary can increase heat and put added stress on the battery.

🔋 Charge smart. Unplug when it’s full. And remember, fire safety is important all year long!

Learn more about lithium-ion battery safety and fire prevention: https://www.fpw.org

As Fire Safety Week continues, keep safety in mind when charging larger lithium-ion battery-powered items like e-bikes, ...
10/08/2026

As Fire Safety Week continues, keep safety in mind when charging larger lithium-ion battery-powered items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools.

When possible, charge these items outside and always keep exits clear while charging. Larger batteries store more energy, which means a fire can grow quickly if a battery fails.

Taking a few simple precautions can help reduce the risk of fire and keep your home safe.

Learn more about lithium-ion battery safety and fire prevention: https://www.fpw.org

As Fire Safety Week continues, St. Augustine Fire Marshal Abby Pedigo joins Melissa Wissel on The Break Room to talk abo...
10/07/2026

As Fire Safety Week continues, St. Augustine Fire Marshal Abby Pedigo joins Melissa Wissel on The Break Room to talk about simple steps we can all take to stay safe.

Abby discusses lithium-ion battery safety, safe charging practices, and the warning signs of a damaged battery. She also shares important reminders about smoke alarms, home escape plans, and cooking safety as the holiday season approaches.

🎙️ Catch The Break Room on 88.5 FM Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays at 8:00 a.m.

Listen to the full conversation here:
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/abby-pedigo-fire-marshal-october-6-2026--75517658

Fire Prevention Week is here! 🔋The St. Augustine Fire Department is joining the National Fire Protection Association (NF...
10/06/2026

Fire Prevention Week is here! 🔋

The St. Augustine Fire Department is joining the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in recognizing Fire Prevention Week™, October 4–10.

This year's focus is lithium-ion battery safety, with the theme: “Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.”

Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices we use every day, from phones and laptops to e-bikes and power tools. Simple choices when charging, using and storing these batteries can help prevent fires and keep our community safe.

Use your charging superpower. ⚡ Make smart choices every time you plug in, and help us spread the word about lithium-ion battery safety.

🔗 Click here to learn more: https://www.fpw.org/

Firefighters from the Nation’s Oldest City are wearing a special T-shirt in honor of America’s 250th🇺🇸. If you see us ar...
07/04/2026

Firefighters from the Nation’s Oldest City are wearing a special T-shirt in honor of America’s 250th🇺🇸. If you see us around tonight, ask the crews for a commemorative sticker with the T-shirt design on it😉.
Tonight remember to be safe, patient and most importantly be patriotic🇺🇸

This afternoon, City Fire- A-shift responded to, and quickly extinguished, a residential structure fire on Newcomb St. T...
05/21/2026

This afternoon, City Fire- A-shift responded to, and quickly extinguished, a residential structure fire on Newcomb St. The cause of the fire was a Lithium Ion E-bike battery which went into thermal runaway. Fortunately, one quick-thinking young resident closed the door to the fire room before evacuating the home, containing the majority of heat to that room and limiting fire spread to the rest of the house. All occupants were reported safe, including the family turtle.
Remember:
• Always charge lithium ion batteries using the manufacturer’s recommended charger
• Keep an eye on batteries while they’re charging
• Look for warning signs of thermal runaway such as swelling, overheating, strange odors, leaking, or smoking
• Never charge batteries near exits or in sleeping areas
• Stop using damaged batteries immediately
• If a battery begins smoking or catches fire, evacuate and call 911 🔥

Firefighters from St. Augustine Fire Department, St. Johns County Fire Rescue, Palatka Fire Department, Jacksonville Fir...
05/08/2026

Firefighters from St. Augustine Fire Department, St. Johns County Fire Rescue, Palatka Fire Department, Jacksonville Fire Rescue, and other surrounding departments are starting Friday off right with Justin McWilliams from Search Culture

04/22/2026

Your firefighters were once again working alongside crews.
Today more resources arrived from around the state and are primarily in Norther Putnam/ Southern Clay County. These images were from a separate fire off of Hwy 19 south of Palatka. These communities have been incredibly appreciative and everywhere the crews have been, they have been met with warm greetings. We wanted to take a moment to thank for their commitment to helping our neighbors and encouraging the department to help where needed.

04/21/2026

(04/20/2026)-Crews assisted Putnam County along US 17 north of Bostwick near the Clay/Putnam county line.

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