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Ready Wythe Us! is a page for preparedness for emergencies and alerts of emergencies in Wythe County. THIS PAGE IS NOT MONITORED 24/7.

IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY, PLEASE CALL 911.

10/28/2026

10/09/2026

Wythe County Emergency Services is celebrating Fire Prevention Week.

Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor. Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause a battery to overheat.

For more info: www.fpw.org

10/08/2026

Wythe County Emergency Services is celebrating Fire Prevention Week.

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

For more info: www.fpw.org

10/07/2026

Wythe County Emergency Services is celebrating Fire Prevention Week.

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.

For more info: www.fpw.org

10/06/2026

Wythe County Emergency Services is celebrating Fire Prevention Week.

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or ones approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

For more info:
www.fpw.org.

10/05/2026

Wythe County Emergency Services is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™, October 4 -10, Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower. Help us spread the word that everyday actions can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires. Use your charging superpower by making smart choices every time you plug in.

For more info: www.fpw.org

10/05/2026

Fire Prevention Week™ is October 4–10, 2026. “Charge Into Fire Safety™. Safe Charging Is a Superpower” focuses on the everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep homes and communities safer.

Plug in. Power up. Stay safe.

For more information, visit www.fpw.org

Address

440 West Franklin Street
Wytheville, VA
24382

Telephone

+12762234521

Website

http://www.wytheco.org/

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