Fire | Marietta, GA

Flash Floods

Six inches of water can knock over an adult and only 12 inches of water is needed to carry away a car. Read on...
Lightning Safety

Every thunderstorm produces lightning. In the United States, an average of 300 people are injured and 80 people are killed each year by lightning. Read on...
Tornado Season is From March 1st to May 31st

Be prepared for severe weather! Tornado season in Georgia is from March until the end of May, with the highest number of tornadoes occurring in April. Read on...
Thunderstorms

The typical thunderstorm is 15 miles in diameter and lasts an average of 30 minutes. Despite their small size, ALL thunderstorms are dangerous! Read on...
Weather Alerts and Warnings

Do you know the difference between a National Weather Service Severe Thunderstorm Watch and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning? Read on...
Daylight Saving Time Starts March 8th

Daylight Saving Time starts March 8th so don’t forget to set your clocks and change your batteries! Read on...
Marietta Fire Department Announces March 2nd - 6th is Severe Weather Preparedness Week

The Marietta Fire Department wishes to ensure all citizens are aware of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, March 2nd – 6th, 2016. Read on...
Free Home Safety Visits

The MFD SAFE program provides FREE Home Fire Safety Visits for all of the City of Marietta citizens. Learn More

Outdoor Burning

Outdoor burning of leaves, pine straw, and other small yard debris is allowed between October 1 and April 30. Please request a burn permit for each day you intend to burn. Burn Permit Info...
Be Prepared for a House Fire

Each year more than 2,500 people die and 12,600 are injured in home fires in the United States. Home fires can be prevented! Learn More...

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