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Station Tours/Special Events
Fire Prevention Week
Citizens Fire Academy
Fresco Festival
Explorer Program

Free Smoke Alarms!

The Rogers Fire Department currently offers free smoke alarms to anyone that needs them. These smoke alarms can be obtained by stopping by our Training Center located at 3003 West Oak Street. Smoke alarms are installed in residences free of charge. Click here to fill out an on-line form to request a smoke alarm.

Having a smoke alarm is important, however it is also imperative that you test the alarm twice a year. Between 2000 and 2004, 65% of fire fatalities occurred in houses without smoke alarms. Never disable a smoke detector simply because it has a low battery or because it is fault. Always replace smoke alarms promptly or call the fire department for assistance.
Click here to learn about the different types of smoke alarms.

Remember to change your detector battery when you change your clock twice a year. A smoke alarm will typically last 5-7 years. Home owners should install smoke alarms on every level of the home, including the basement, and in every bedroom. The alarm can be placed on the ceiling or on the wall; however, it is recommended that it be placed on the ceiling. The alarm should be no less then 6 inches from corners

Schedule Station Tour or Special Event

Please use the on-line forms below to schedule station tours and request us to stand-by for special events. Please be aware that fire stations are open to the public for tour anytime during normal business hours, but it is best to schedule an appointment when you have a large group. You should receive conformation of appointment within three business days after request is made

        Event Request Form
        Request Station Tour

Fire Prevention Week

National Fire Prevention Week is observed in the United States and Canada, during the week (from Sunday to Saturday) in which October 9th falls. In the United States, the first Presidential proclamation of Fire Prevention Week was made in 1925 by President Calvin Coolidge, as a way to keep the public informed about the importance of fire prevention.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) continues to be the international sponsor of the week. The Fire Prevention Week commemorates the Great Chicago Fire of 1911. During Fire Prevention Week, the Prevention Division in the Rogers Department conducts fire safety education in all the elementary schools inside the city limits of Rogers. The topics cover smoke detectors, fire escape plans, and fire prevention.

Citizens Fire Academy

The Rogers Fire Department's Citizens Fire Academy allows citizens in the Rogers area to learn how the Department operates; focusing on administrative, emergency, and training polices and procedures. The Academy runs for 6 weeks and consists of three hour sessions. Each session covers a different area of operations in the Department with topics such as: History of the Department, CPR Training, use of the Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), Hose, Water Supply, Vehicle Extrication, Ladders, Search & Rescue, Building Construction and other related topics. The academy is hands-on and participants will get to perform many different tasks including: vehicle extrication, fire hose operations and many more hands-on activities.

The Academy is open to anyone over the age of 18 who lives or works inside the City of Rogers.

The Academy will be taught at the Rogers Fire Training Center located at 3003 West Oak Street on Thursday nights starting at 6:00 pm.

If you are interested in attending or have questions, please contact the Training Center at (479)986-6800 or via email at firerecords@rogersark.org.

Frisco Festival

The Rogers Fire Department operates the “Kids Firefighter Experience” for all ages at the Rogers Frisco Festival. The Kids spray water and work a bucket brigade to participate in real-life firefighter
action. The Frisco Festival has been
delighting people from all over for more that two decades.
Located in the Rogers Historic District each September,
this Family-friendly festival is named in honor Rogers'
family-friendly festival is named in honor of rich railroad
heritage. Area businesses sponsor what businesses
sponsor what is the area’s biggest party including rides,
music, delicious food, car shows, and so much more
A few signature events include the Chilisalapeno
Competition, Kid's Connection, Frisco Chicken BBQ,
Frisco Idol, several car shows, main stage entertainment...
all topped off with street dances on both Friday and Saturday night.

This event is so bit it has its own website.
check out www.friscofestival.com fore more
information about the upcoming event!

Explorer Program

Post # 1219

The Rogers Fire Explorer's Post is a group of young men and women between the ages of 16-21 who have an interest in pursing a firefighting career. Explorers give these young adults the opportunity to encounter similar working conditions of actual firefighters.

Explorers meet at 6pm on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month. There they conduct business meetings, train with members of the Rogers Fire Department, and plan fund raising events. They are instructed in areas such as fire suppression, fire prevention, equipment, and apparatus; this includes hands-on training with all the equipment necessary for a firefighter to perform their job. Explorers participate in a ride-along program, where they ride with firefighters and paramedics to observe real emergency incidents.

To take advantage of this program or to find out more information contact:

Eric Warzecha
Station 1, B Platoon
EWarzecha@Rogersark.org
479-621-1111