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National Fire Protection Association
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) was established in 1896. Their mission is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research, training, and education.
NFPA Fire and Safety Equipment
This site provides information on Carbon Monoxide Alarms, Fire Extinguishers, Home Fire Sprinklers, and Smoke Alarms.
This website is sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security. The site provides information for citizens on what to do before, during, and after a fire, along with some general prevention tips.
USFA is an entity of the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency. Their mission is to provide national leadership to foster a solid foundation for our fire and emergency services stakeholders in prevention, preparedness, and response.
The Elm Grove Fire Department will be conducting free annual fire extinguisher inspections to homeowners and business owners in Elm Grove beginning in 2024.
These inspections will take place at the Elm Grove Fire Department (13600 Juneau Blvd) on the following dates in 2024:
- Saturday, August 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Saturday, November 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Call the Fire Inspector, Scott Burgardt, at 262-782-6700 ext. 252 or email.
At its core, the StormReady Program provides communities with guidelines and criteria to enhance their readiness and resilience in the face of severe weather, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, floods, and hurricanes. By meeting certain criteria set by the National Weather Service, communities can better protect their residents, infrastructure, and economy from the adverse effects of severe weather events.