‘Keep the Wreath Green’ fire prevention campaign kicks off
Metro Wire Staff
Portage Co. firefighters are preparing for the 2024 Keep the Wreath Green campaign.
The fire prevention awareness campaign takes place annually between Thanksgiving and the end of December. Fire departments across the county hang an exterior wreath in public view to remind people of the importance of fire and cooking safety.
For each fire in the county during the campaign, departments replace one green bulb with a red one to spread awareness of the increased fire danger during the holiday season.
A single white bulb is included on each wreath in remembrance of all fallen firefighters. Some departments also include a blue bulb in memory of fallen police officers.
