Home Safety

At the Poynette-Dekorra Fire Protection District, the word PREVENTION is more than just a buzzword—it’s a core part of our mission. Instead of waiting for emergencies to happen, we believe in educating and empowering our community to recognize potential hazards and take proactive steps to stop them before they start.

This section of our website is dedicated to helping you protect your home—whether it’s a house, condo, or apartment. We are fully committed to the idea of prevention and want to provide you with practical, easy-to-understand safety tips that can reduce the risk of fire, injury, or property damage.

Fire prevention covers many important topics. Feel free to explore the items below or browse through the various safety resources we have compiled. Our goal is to help you make your home and family safer every day.

Fire Extinguishers

Fire extinguishers are a vital yet often overlooked element of home fire safety. While most homes are equipped with detection devices such as smoke alarms, having proper fire suppression equipment is just as important. Fire extinguishers are specifically designed to help control or extinguish small fires before they escalate.

If you would like to learn more about fire extinguishers for your home, please explore this NFPA page for further information.

Please Note: Fires can become dangerous very quickly. Fire extinguishers are intended only for initial attack on small fires and should be used only after calling 9-1-1 to report the emergency.

It is essential to understand the limitations of fire extinguishers before attempting to use one. Considerations include not only the size of the fire but also how long it takes to retrieve the extinguisher and how rapidly the fire may grow. If you have any doubt about your ability to safely and effectively combat a fire, evacuate the building immediately and allow the Poynette-Dekorra Fire Protection District professionals to handle the situation.

Smoke Detectors

Did you know there are two different types of smoke detectors? Are you aware that smoke detectors have an expiration date? Do you know if your home has a hard-wired interconnected system or individual battery-operated detectors? Are you confident about the best locations to install these life-saving devices?

If you can’t answer some of these questions or would like to learn more, please explore this NFPA page for detailed information.

Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and potentially deadly gas that can affect nearly every home. Understanding the dangers of CO exposure and how to protect yourself and your family is essential.

Learn more about the effects of Carbon Monoxide and the steps you can take to safeguard your home with reliable CO detectors.

Your safety is our highest priority.

Thank you for taking the time to visit our safety and prevention page. Together, we can build a safer community.