EFFINGHAM FIRE DEPARTMENT -
Frequently Asked Questions
Billing / Insurance Inquiries
* Who do I call when I have a question on a Fire Department Invoice?
* What is your ISO Class?
Detectors (Smoke/fire/carbon monoxide)
* Am I required to have a smoke detector in my residence?
* Am I required to have a carbon monoxide detector in my residence?
* My carbon monoxide detector has activated, what should I do?
* Can you help me install a smoke detector in my home?
Directions
* Where are your fire stations located?
Disposal of household hazardous items
* How do I dispose of a fire extinguisher?
Fire alarm service or testing
* Who do I call when we are testing or working on our fire alarm?
* What should I do if my fire alarm activates?
Fire Extinguishers
* Where can I have my fire extinguisher recharged?
* What kind of fire extinguisher should I have in my house?
Issues involving children
* My child is playing with matches/lighters, what can I do?
Misc. Questions
Public Education
* Do you conduct station tours?
* When is your Open House Day?
Severe Weather
* What should I do if the tornado sirens are sounding?
* What should I do if I see a tornado or funnel cloud?
Solicitation
* Does the Effingham Fire Department solicit for donations or contract with or hire someone to represent the Effingham Fire Department for the purpose of solicitation of donations?
* The Effingham Firefighters Association or the Effingham Firefighters Union Local 3084 has solicited me for donations. Do those funds directly benefit the Effingham Fire Department?
* What do I do when I get a phone call from a telemarketer representing the Effingham Fire Department?
* What are some indications that the solicitation may not be legitimate?
* What do I do if I am uncomfortable with a solicitation?