Fire Prevention Week (FPW) is October 4–10, 2026. The 2026 theme, “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.
Did you know? Most of the electronics we use in our homes every day are
powered by lithium-ion batteries. In fact, almost everything that’s rechargeable uses this kind of battery.
FPW Events
BFES will be visiting schools throughout Fire Prevention Week and is hosting several free community events:
| When & Where | Event |
|---|---|
| Tue. Oct. 6, 1:00pm Georgian College | Information Pop-up | FPW 2026 |
| Wed. Oct. 7, 2:00pm Rona | Ask Barrie Fire | FPW 2026 |
| Sat. Oct. 10, 9:00am Home Depot | Barrie Fire Takeover + Kids Workshop | FPW 2026 |
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The History of Fire Prevention Week
Since 1922, the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week–a week where everyone can learn how to stay safe in case of a fire.
FPW was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, the tragic 1871 conflagration that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres. The fire began on October 8, but continued into and did most of its damage on October 9, 1871. Learn more about the history of FPW.