In conjunction with this year’s Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12, 2024), Countryside Fire Protection District will be hosting its Annual Open House & Pancake Breakfast at Station No. 2 (600 N. Deerpath Drive, Vernon Hills, IL) on Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. – Noon.  So come on over and meet your local fire department heroes and enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast.  You and your family will be able to explore our fire station and apparatus, see our awesome live demonstrations throughout the day and so much more. This upcoming event is free of charge for all attendees; however, if you will be taking part in the pancake breakfast, the cost for the breakfast is $10.00 per person or $25.00 for the family.  Don’t miss this incredible fun community event!

As you may already know, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week, and CFPD is proud to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work for You!”  The campaign works to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home. 

Key messages for this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!” include the following:

  • Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area (like a hallway), and on each level (including the basement) of the home.
  • Make sure smoke alarms meet the needs of all family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities.
  • Test smoke alarms at least once a month by pushing the test button.
  • Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or don’t respond when tested.

Additional Fire Prevention Week resources for children, caregivers, and educators can be found at sparky.org and sparkyschoolhouse.org.