Huntersville Fire Department

Huntersville, NC

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--> SMOKE ALARMS

Smoke alarms that are properly installed and maintained play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries. According to the National Fire Protection Association, having a working smoke alarm cuts the chances of dying in a reported fire in half.

  • Almost two-thirds of home fire deaths result from fires in homes with no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms (according to NFPA).
  • When smoke alarms fail to operate, it is usually because batteries are missing, disconnected or dead.  Almost one-quarter of the smoke alarm failures was due to dead batteries.
  • Smoke Alarms should be checked every month using the test button to ensure the batteries are still good and the alarm is operating.
  • It is recommended that batteries be changed at least once a year, a good practice is to change your batteries whenever you set your clocks during daylight savings time, we often post reminders twice a year via our social media accounts and this website.
  • It is recommended to install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement. For BEST protection - Interconnect all smoke alarms throughout the home. When one sounds, they all will sound.
  • All smoke alarms should be replaced when they are 10 yrs old. Each alarm should have a manufacturer date stamped on the bottom of the alarm, be sure to check your alarm and know how old it is.

Click Link:  NFPA Home Smoke Alarm Basics Video

--> ESCAPE PLAN

According to the NFPA, in 2010, there were an estimated 369,500 reported home structure fires and 2,640 associated civilian deaths in the United States.

Fire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you as little as two minutes to escape safely once the alarm sounds. Your ability to get out depends on advance warning from smoke alarms and advance planning — a home fire escape plan that everyone in your family is familiar with and has practiced.

  • Only one-fifth to one-fourth of households (23%) have actually developed and practiced a home fire escape plan to ensure they could escape quickly and safely.
  • One-third of American households who made an estimate thought they would have at least 6 minutes before a fire in their home would become life-threatening. The time available is often less. And only 8% said their first thought on hearing a smoke alarm would be to get out!
  • Draw a home escape plan and discuss it with everyone in your household
  • Practice the plan night and day with everyone in your home twice a year
  • Know at least TWO ways out of EVERY room, if possible. Make sure all doors and windows leading outside open easily.

Click Link:  NFPA Escape Planning Tips

--> CARBON MONOXIDE

Hidden Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Irritability
  • Confusion/Memory loss
  • Disorientation
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Abnormal reflexes
  • Difficulty in coordinating
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Chest Pain
  • Cerebral Edema
  • Convulsions/Seizures
  • Coma
  • Death

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Often, several members of the same family or those in a given building will complain of the same symptoms. Children are thought to be more susceptible to carbon monoxide poisoning than adults. Some people may not suspect that CO poisoning is occurring until major symptoms appear. Carbon Monoxide poisoning can mimic gastroenteritis (nausea and vomiting). Other manifestations may cause the appearance of what may appear to be a neurological or psychiatric disorder. High risk groups include infants, the elderly, pregnant women, and anyone with a previous history of cardiac insufficiency or chronic obstructive lung disease.

MEDICAL CONSEQUENCES

Cerebral edema (swelling of the brain) is also a common result of severe carbon monoxide poisoning. This life threatening condition entails the destruction of brain cells by compressing them into themselves within the cranial compartment. Drugs that are normally used for the treatment of cerebral edema, like Dexamethasone and Mannitol, do not seem to be of assistance in the treatment of CO induced cerebral edema. Studies have shown that cerebral edema caused by CO poisoning can cause delayed neurological problems that involve the "higher" or cognitive functions, and may cause a Parkinsonian-like brain syndrome.

TREATMENT

Move to fresh air, this will only relieve immediate symptoms of acute poisoning, remember if you have chronic poisoning that is low level and that has gone on for some time your deteriation may be gradual so it could be some time before you notice.

Activate the Fire/Emergency Medical Service System (911 – here in Huntersville), if you are experiencing any symptoms, the fire department and Medic will respond and ventilate the house and will assess / treat you for exposure.

Click Link:  NFPA CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY

Click Link:  CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

--> CHILD SAFETY SEAT INSTALLS / INSPECTIONS

The Huntersville Fire Department DOES NOT inspect nor install car seats. However our Police Department (the Huntersville Police Department) does, as well as a few other agencies that also offer this service (see below). Twice a month our Police Department offers a Child Safety Seat event at our Fire Station 1. A morning event (every second Wednesday) and an afternoon event (Every fourth Wednesday). Please see our Event Calendar for specific dates and details.

CharMeck Safe Kids FREE Child Safety Seat Check Calendar: CharMeck Safe Kids Website

-- Huntersville Police Department: 704-464-5400

-- Matthews Fire Department:         704-847-9400

--Mint Hill Police Department:        704-545-1085

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Apr 14

Duke Energy Nuclear Siren Test (McGuire) at 11:50am

April 14 @ 11:50 am - 12:00 pm
Jul 14

Duke Energy Nuclear Siren Test (McGuire) at 11:50am

July 14 @ 11:50 am - 12:00 pm
Oct 13

Duke Energy Nuclear Siren Test (McGuire) at 11:50am

October 13 @ 11:50 am - 12:00 pm
Jan 12

Duke Energy Nuclear Siren Test (McGuire) at 11:50am

January 12, 2022 @ 11:50 am - 12:00 pm
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Duke Energy Nuclear Siren Test (McGuire) at 11:50am

April 13, 2022 @ 11:50 am - 12:00 pm

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Another excellent #podcast from our friends at Huntersville Police Department. Consider subscribing to it; full of great information! #hpdhq ... See MoreSee Less

Another excellent #podcast from our friends at Huntersville Police Department. Consider subscribing to it; full of great information! #HPDHQ
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There is NO hard #Labor involved when you truly enjoy serving your community like we do! Always here, on duty, staffed & ready to serve. Hope you’re having a Happy (and safe) Labor Day! #LaborDay #OneTownOneTeam #HuntersvilleFD

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There is NO hard #Labor involved when you truly enjoy serving your community like we do! Always here, on duty, staffed & ready to serve. Hope you’re having a Happy (and safe) Labor Day! #LaborDay #OneTownOneTeam #HuntersvilleFD 

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Thank you for your excellent service to our community. 💯

Thanks Huntersville Fire Dept!

I am so proud of our Fire Department and all of the dedicated firemen. We are so lucky here in Huntersville to have such a great department.

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5 months ago

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The busy #labordayweekend continues with many calls today including this multiple vehicle accident, with rollover on the I-485 inner after I-77. Long Creek Fire Department on scene first with command.

We continue to encourage everyone to make the right choices and decisions, from the lakes to the interstates. Please be safe during this Holiday weekend! #laborday #onetownoneteam

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The busy #LaborDayWeekend continues with many calls today including this multiple vehicle accident, with rollover on the I-485 inner after I-77. Long Creek Fire Department on scene first with command. 

We continue to encourage everyone to make the right choices and decisions, from the lakes to the interstates. Please be safe during this Holiday weekend! #LaborDay #OneTownOneTeam

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Thanks for always being there when residents & visitors of the #MTAC region need you most! Wonderful having great #FirstResponders you can always count on! #MetrolinaTrauma #Huntersville #Trauma #FireDepartment

We came up on this shortly after it happened. Most importantly I hope everyone is ok!(Also, slow down and eyes on the road kids!)

What are people doing??? Prayers for all involved and please be safe out there🙏🏽

That interchange is a mess! Thank you for all that you do and here's to hoping some changes can be made to make that area more safe!

This stretch of highway is absolutely awful. Y'all be safe out there!

Saw the vehicles being removed

Thanks for all you do, guys.

Thank y’all for all you do

Thank you!!!

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