The Firefighters Burn Institute is proud to partner with the National Fire Protection Association each year to promote and observe Fire Prevention Week. Since 1922, the NFPA has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. During Fire Prevention Week, children, adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire. The Firefighters Burn Institute works hard to provide lifesaving public education to decrease casualties and injuries caused by fires.
Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of October 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871, and caused devastating damage. This horrific conflagration killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land.
Fire Prevention Week (FPW) 2024 is observed October 6- 12, 2024. This year’s FPW campaign, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™” strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home.
The Firefighters Burn Institute collaborates with fire agencies, health and safety organizations, community groups and more to promote Fire Prevention Week.