State Fire Marshal, John W. Rudd, has ordered a Burning Ban, beginning October 15, 2024, for all outdoor burning, as current conditions throughout the State of Delaware are extremely dry and pose a fire hazard. Effective immediately, the following are prohibited: bonfires, controlled burnings (including burning of leaves and yard waste), agricultural burnings, fires for land clearing, fires for demolition and removal of hazards, and outdoor rubbish fires (whether or not contained). More Info
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Fire Deaths
Last Year: 14
This Year: 14
Without Smoke Detectors: 11
With Smoke Detectors: 3
With Fire Sprinklers: 1
Without Fire Sprinklers: 13
We ensure the accountability, accuracy, and competency of all facets of the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Every home must have working smoke alarms. But remember, they can only detect smoke. To survive a fire, you must be able to quickly escape. You need fire sprinklers because they detect AND control or put out the fire. That gives you time to safely escape. The best protection from fire is having working smoke alarms on every level, fire sprinklers, and a fire escape plan that you practice.
We review all plans and specifications for construction of new buildings, additions, and modifications to existing buildings to ensure compliance with regulations.
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