Hermann Area Volunteer Fire Department

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Hermann Area Volunteer Fire Department Volunteer Fire and Rescue covering the City of Hermann, Swiss, and the surrounding areas.

10/09/2026

🔌 FIRE PREVENTION WEEK DAY 5: Are your outlets overloaded? 🔌
With smartphones, laptops, smart TVs, and appliances, our homes plug in more devices than ever before. But overloading your electrical outlets is a leading cause of home electrical fires.
Take 2 minutes today to do a quick "plug audit" around your house:
🙅‍♂️ One high-power appliance per outlet: Big appliances like microwaves, refrigerators, space heaters, and coffee makers should always be plugged directly into a wall outlet—never a power strip or extension cord.
🚫 Extension cords are temporary: Extension cords are not meant for permanent use. If you are relying on them long-term, it's time to add more wall outlets.
🥵 Feel your outlets: Carefully feel your outlet faceplates. If they feel hot to the touch, smell warm, or show discoloration, unplug everything immediately and call an electrician.
⚡ Safety Rule: Power strips add extra plugs, but they do not increase the amount of power the wall outlet can handle!
Go check your living room or office setup right now. Is it time to unplug a few things? Let us know below! 👇

10/08/2026

🚪 FIRE PREVENTION WEEK DAY 4: Is your pathway clear? 🚪
In a fire, thick black smoke can make your home completely dark. If you have to crawl low under smoke to escape, toys, shoes, or clutter in hallways and near doors can become major tripping hazards or block your exit entirely.
Take 5 minutes today to do a quick "Clear Pathway" sweep:
👟 Clear the entryways: Move shoes, umbrellas, and bags away from the front and back doors.
🧸 Check the hallways: Keep toys, boxes, and small furniture out of narrow corridors.
🪟 Inspect the windows: Make sure furniture isn't blocking windows.
Quick Challenge: Close your eyes and try to walk safely down your hallway. If you bump into something, it's time to clear it!
Let us know in the comments: Did your hallways pass the clear pathway test? 👇

10/07/2026

🔥 FIRE PREVENTION WEEK DAY 3: Fire Safety Myth vs. Fact! 🔥
Time for a quick reality check! Can you spot the myth?
🛑 MYTH: "If there's a fire, I'll smell the smoke and wake up automatically."
✅ FACT: Deep sleep actually dulls your sense of smell. Toxic gases and smoke can lull you into a deeper slumber, which is why working smoke alarms are your absolute truest lifesavers.
👇 YOUR ACTION STEP TODAY: Push the test button on your smoke alarms right now. It takes 5 seconds!
Are your alarms good to go? Drop a 👍 or 👎 in the comments!

10/06/2026

🐾 FIRE PREVENTION WEEK DAY 2: Is your escape plan pet-ready? 🐾
When making a home fire escape plan, our furry family members need a strategy too! Pets often panic and hide during an emergency, making them hard to find when seconds count.
Make your family escape plan pet-ready today:
🏡 Know their hiding spots: Identify where your pets run when they are scared so you can check those spots quickly.
🧑‍🚒 Use a window decal: Place a pet alert decal near your front door to let firefighters know exactly how many animals are inside.
🔑 Keep leashes near the door: Store extra leashes or carriers close to your main exits for a quick escape.
👶 Parent Tip: Have your kids practice crawling low under smoke while holding a favorite stuffed animal to teach them how to escape safely and calmly!
Have you included your pets in your safety plan? Let us know below! 👇

10/05/2026

🚒 FIRE PREVENTION WEEK DAY 1: Is your charger a hidden hazard? 🚒
It’s the first full day of National Fire Prevention Week! This year's theme is "Charge into Fire Safety," and today we are focusing on the devices we plug in every single day—smartphones, laptops, and tablets.
Lithium-ion batteries give us amazing power, but they need the right care to stay safe. Here is your actionable step for today:
👉 Check your charging surface! Always charge your phone or laptop on a hard, flat surface (like a desk or countertop). Charging a phone on a bed, couch, or under your pillow traps heat and can quickly cause a dangerous fire.
📊 QUICK POLL: Where is your phone charging right now?
1️⃣ On a nightstand or desk
2️⃣ On the bed or couch
3️⃣ Plugged in on the kitchen counter
4️⃣ Somewhere else!
5️⃣Not charged at all
Drop your number in the comments below and let's commit to safe charging habits this week! 👇

The other day, Hermann Area Volunteer Fire Department, alongside Rhineland Area Volunteer Fire Department , successfull...
09/29/2026

The other day, Hermann Area Volunteer Fire Department, alongside Rhineland Area Volunteer Fire Department , successfully contained a massive hay bale fire.
Hay fires are notoriously dangerous; trapped internal moisture can cause decomposition and spontaneous combustion, requiring them to manually tear heavy bales apart to drench the smoldering core.🚒💦

09/28/2026

The Hermann Area Volunteer Fire Department would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who supported our Drive-Thru Chicken and Pork-steak Dinner, held on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.

We truly appreciate our amazing community for coming out, purchasing meals, and helping make this BBQ benefit a success. All proceeds directly benefit the Hermann Volunteer Fire Department.

A special, thank you goes out to the Hermann VFW Post 4182 for their support in making this event possible.

On this September 11, the Hermann Fire Department pauses to honor and remember the 343 FDNY firefighters and all the bra...
09/11/2026

On this September 11, the Hermann Fire Department pauses to honor and remember the 343 FDNY firefighters and all the brave first responders and civilians who lost their lives 25 years ago today. We will never forget their courage, their sacrifice, and the profound legacy of service they left behind. Today and every day, we stand united in remembrance. 🇺🇸🚒

The other day, we completed annual pump testing on all of our fire engines to ensure optimal water capacity and mechanic...
09/11/2026

The other day, we completed annual pump testing on all of our fire engines to ensure optimal water capacity and mechanical performance. This required yearly testing helps maintain our community's ISO (Insurance Services Office) rating, which directly helps property insurance rates for everyone.

Meet your 2026 Hermann Area Volunteer Fire Department! 🚒 Did you know that September is Firefighter Appreciation Month? ...
09/09/2026

Meet your 2026 Hermann Area Volunteer Fire Department! 🚒 Did you know that September is Firefighter Appreciation Month? We want to take a moment to extend our deepest gratitude to these incredible individuals for their unwavering dedication to keeping our community safe. Thank you all for selflessly volunteering your time, stepping away from your own families, and working tirelessly behind the scenes so they are always ready to answer the call. We appreciate everything you do!

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