The Sycamore Township Fire Department is dedicated to teaching fire safety classes to all ages. Each class is fun and informative. Call to set an appointment to visit the fire station, or request that we come to you.

Information for Adults & Parents

Have Fun and Be Safe Around the Water this Summer 
Here are some tips to keep your family safe around the water:
  • Children and inexperienced swimmers should ALWAYS wear a US Coast Guard-approved life jacket when around the water.
  • Set water safety rules for the whole family based on swimming abilities (for example, inexperienced swimmers should stay in water less than chest deep).
  • Be knowledgeable of the water environment you are in and its potential hazards such as deep areas and changing currents. The more informed you are, the less likely you are to get hurt.
  • Drain inflatable pools and coolers after each use. A toddler can drown in just one inch of water.
  • Stay within arms length of inexperienced swimmers.
  • Teach kids never to swim alone.
  • Don’t let kids dive into water less than nine feet deep.
  • Swimming lessons and life jackets do not replace supervision. Always watch kids in and around water. Drowning is quick and silent - it can happen in less than a minute.
  • When many people are near the pool at the same time, assign a water watcher. Don't assume someone else is watching!
  • Keep a phone nearby so you can quickly call 911 in an emergency
-Information provided by the  Drowning Prevention Foundation
LEARN ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS
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A properly installed and maintained smoke alarm is the only thing in your home that can alert you and your family to a fire 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Whether you’re awake or asleep, a working smoke alarm is constantly on alert, scanning the air for fire and smoke.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, almost two-thirds of home fire deaths resulted from fires in properties without working smoke alarms. A working smoke alarm significantly increases your chances of surviving a deadly home fire.
TOOLS FOR EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Educational Programs

FIRE STATION TOURS
The Township's fire stations are always open for tours. It is a fun filled experience including a safety talk, followed by a tour of the fire station, fire trucks and ambulances. It is our honor and privilege that you want to take your time and come to learn more about fire safety. Please call 513-792-8565 to set up an appointment. 
SCHOOL & EVENT APPEARANCES
The Sycamore Township Fire Department is happy to come and visit you at schools and special events (scout meetings, block parties...). All you have to do is call 513-792-8565 to schedule a date and time with us.

Stop, Drop, Cover Your Face and Roll

Stop, drop and roll are the most effective ways of putting out clothing that has caught fire. Learn these simple steps and practice the procedure.

If your clothes catch on fire: STOP, DROP, COVER YOUR FACE AND ROLL!
STOP - WHERE YOU ARE - DO NOT RUN

DROP - DROP TO THE FLOOR OR THE GROUND

COVER YOUR FACE - WITH YOUR HANDS

ROLL - ROLL BACK AND FORTH MANY TIMES UNTIL THE FIRE IS OUT
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Why is the Dalmatian the Official Mascot of Firefighters?
In the 1700's, Dalmatians were used to protect horses that pulled English stagecoaches. Typically, Dalmatians would run next to the horses as they pulled the coach. When other dogs tried to bite and scare the horses, the Dalmatian team would chase them away. Over the years, Dalmatians formed a close bond with horses. Because of the dog/horse bond, the Dalmatian easily adapted to the firehouse in the days of the horse drawn fire wagons. Since every firehouse had a set of fast horses to pull the pumper, it became common for each group of firefighters to keep a Dalmatian in the firehouse to guard the horses. When the alarm came in, the Dalmatian led the way for the horse drawn pumper. Once on the fire scene, however, the dogs had other duties as well, including safeguarding the equipment from vandalism and theft. So, it appears that Dalmatians have a variety of admirable traits that have endeared them to firefighters and secured them a permanent position in fire service history. Dalmatians are still found in many firehouses and serve as firefighter companions, and are a symbol of the fire service.