James City County Fire Department

10/20/2026

Congratulations to FF Scott Rasmussen!

FF Rasmussen officially completed his rookie book, trading in the orange shield for a black one. That swap represents a huge step in every firefighter’s career.

A big shoutout to the Officers and the crew at 4/A for guiding him through the program and helping him succeed.

10/13/2026

🎃👻 BOO! It’s back! 👻🎃

Join the JCCPD on Thursday, Oct. 22 for a fun-filled evening with local heroes, sweet treats, costumes and plenty of Halloween fun!

🧡 FREE event
🅿️ FREE parking

Stay tuned for a traffic advisory and parking details. Come dressed in your favorite costume and get ready to trick-or-treat with the heroes! 🍭🚓

Mark your calendars, we’ll see you there! 🎃

10/13/2026

10/10/2026

Can't wait to see you in a few hours! 🚒🚑🚨

10/09/2026

Fully Charged? Time to Unplug.

Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can increase heat and stress on the battery.

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10/09/2026

What happens when a lithium-ion battery generates heat faster than it can cool down? See how it can reach a state called thermal runaway and why that can lead to very high temperatures, smoke, or even fire.

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Small battery. Big power. But when a lithium-ion battery is damaged...

10/08/2026

Just a few more days away!! 🔥🚒

10/08/2026

Feels Hot? Stop Using It.

Stop using your device right away if the battery smells strange, is warm to the touch, makes popping noises, changes in shape or color, or if you see smoke. If it is safe, move the device away from anything that can catch fire. A damaged battery can overheat and start a fire.



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10/08/2026

With just a few simple ingredients, explore what happens during thermal runaway with this hands-on experiment. See how pressure builds and connect the science to rechargeable batteries and lithium-ion battery safety.

Find the lesson plan and more battery safety at Sparkyschoolhouse.org.

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With just a few simple ingredients, explore what happens during the...

10/07/2026

For Tools and Rides, Charge Outside.

Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging. These batteries store more energy, and fires can grow quickly if they fail.

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