Does the Fire department provide station tours?

Yes. Call 313.943.2277 to schedule a tour during normal business hours. Minimum age for tours is 4 years old.

How do I schedule a speaker on Fire Safety?

Call 313.943.2884.

How do I schedule a tour of the Fire Safety House?

Call 313.943.2884.

How do I dispose of old smoke detectors?

If the detector is an older ionization model, you should dispose of it during the Household Hazardous Waste Collection held each year in May(end of Rubbish Amnesty Program).

Where can I service my fire extinguisher?

There are several fire extinguisher companies listed in the Yellow Pages.

When will I get my power back on?

Detroit Edison works to address the hazardous areas where downed lines are a threat to life and property. When the safety factors have been addressed, Detroit Edison works as quickly as possible to restore power. Click here for more information.

What do I do about wires arcing?

Call 911 immediately.

Does the Fire department put in child car seats?

No.

Does the Fire department give CPR training and/or First Aid classes?

No. But Dearborn residents are encouraged to join the Citizen Emergency Response Team (CERT), which includes first aid training. For more information, please call Capt. Bradley Smith at 313.943.5470.

Why are the sirens going off?

The early warnings systems test occurs the first Saturday of every month at 1 p.m. The three-minute test, which features a loud "whooping" sound, is accompanied by an override of the Dearborn cable television system alerting viewers that the siren blast is only a test. In the event of a real emergency -- such as a tornado warning -- residents hearing the city-wide siren are urged to tune into a radio or television to learn more information. Residents are reminded NOT to call 911 when the siren is sounded unless there is an actual emergency situation.

My carbon monoxide detector is going off, what should I do?

If any family member is feeling dizzy or nauseous, call 911 immediately. If you feel fine, open the windows, check all appliances and call MichCon. If you are ever in doubt regarding an emergency, call 911.

If my mother or father is suffering from chest pains or someone in my family is unconscious, what should I do?

Call 911 immediately and a rescue squad will be dispatched.