October 7th through the 12th is National Fire Prevention Week and this year the theme is all about smoke alarms. Taylorville Fire Chief Matt Adermann and his team at the Taylorville Fire Department will spend time speaking with schools and groups about the importance of caution when it comes to fires and being proactive when renewing or replacing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

In the first days of this week, Chief Adermann says they will be focused on spreading the good word about fire prevention and how to know and navigate your detectors.

Chief Adermann speaks to the prevalence of lithium-ion batteries, commonly found in portable chargers and electric vehicles, and how to use extra caution.

The Taylorville Fire Department is here to help, explains Chief Adermann, whether its for a change of batteries or questions on how to operate a fire extinguisher.

Find the Taylorville Fire Department www.facebook.com/taylorvillefire.net or call 217-824-2295.

Fire Chief Matt Adermann appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.