Southwest Fire Fighters local 5259

02/05/2024

🔥 On this , let's acknowledge the significant risk that fire fighters face daily when it comes to occupational cancer.

To safeguard your health, we strongly recommend all members to visit our online resources for comprehensive information about preventive measures related to cancer.

Let's extend our commitment to serving our communities and taking care of ourselves.

https://www.iaff.org/cancer-awareness-month/

01/18/2024

01/18/2024

Frigid temperatures are expected to continue across Indiana. Avoid the risk of frostbite and hypothermia by dressing in layers, covering exposed skin, and limiting time outdoors. If someone might be experiencing either condition, seek medical attention immediately.

01/18/2024

The Polar Plunge is the signature Special Olympics Indiana fundraiser. Since its inception, more than 40,000 Hoosiers have taken the Plunge supporting Special Olympics Indiana athletes and making the Polar Plunge the largest fundraising event benefiting Special Olympics in the state. Follow the link to donate https://secure.e2rm.com/p2p/fundraising/385634/team/1010322/en-CA

12/31/2023

12/04/2023

11/23/2023

Yesterday Quint 42, Battalion 42, and 4201 installed 2 new smoke detectors, a lifetone bed shaker and a strobe light detector for a family. We were called by the family due to a member being deaf and a member with special needs. The family was very appreciative for what we did to help them. Alarms came from Red Cross.

11/23/2023

Are you planning on having deep-fried turkey on Thanksgiving? Using a deep fryer can come with a slew of safety issues like fires and personal injuries. Before you set up your turkey fryer this Thanksgiving, remember these safety tips.

11/05/2023

, remind your community to change out smoke alarm batteries as we "fall back" for this weekend! ⏲️