For Immediate Release:
October 27, 2026

County Commissioners recognize
Fire Prevention Month in October

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners recognized October as Fire Prevention Month in Monmouth County during a Workshop Meeting on Oct. 22.

“Fire Prevention Month is an important reminder for residents to review fire safety practices and take steps to help protect their homes and families,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “My fellow Commissioners and I want to recognize and thank our volunteer and career firefighters for their dedication, bravery and continued commitment to keeping our communities safe throughout the year.”

On behalf of the Board, Commissioner Deputy Director Dominick “Nick” DiRocco presented the proclamation to Monmouth County Fire Marshal Craig Flannigan Sr. and Monmouth County Fire Academy Coordinator Vincent Adamkiewicz.

“Fire prevention is about engaging the public about ways to stay safe when around fire. This year’s campaign, ‘Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower,’ focuses on everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep homes and communities safer,” said Commissioner Deputy Director DiRocco, liaison to the Monmouth County Fire Marshal’s Office. “The campaign is stressing the importance of using the cord and charger that came with a device, charging devices on a hard, flat surface, unplugging a device when it is fully charged and other important practices to avoid fire hazards.”

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FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners recognized October as Fire Prevention Month in Monmouth County during a Workshop Meeting on Oct. 22. Photo by Monmouth County Government.