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January 17, 2025
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed January 20 - 26 as Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week in Michigan. Coinciding with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which is recognized as a National Day of Service, this initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of Community Risk Reduction (CRR) and how fire departments—regardless of their type or location—can use proven CRR strategies to enhance safety in their communities. The theme of this year’s initiative, "Getting Ahead of the Call," aims to reduce call volumes and ensure the safety of community members through prevention and early intervention.“
CRR Week highlights the value of using a holistic approach to prevention,” explained State Fire Marshal Kevin Sehlmeyer. “By analyzing data and strategically addressing potential risks, communities can improve both their fire prevention efforts and emergency response capabilities.”
In the CCR Week Proclamation, Governor Whitmer emphasized that Michigan has already made significant progress in proactively preventing fires, with MI Prevention working alongside 812 fire departments, public safety departments, and community safety coalitions, along with the installation of nearly 120,000 smoke alarms in homes across Michigan since 2019.
“It is vital that Michiganders, especially those with families, get ‘Ahead of the Call,’” said Sehlmeyer. “The best way to face an emergency is by ensuring that you and your loved ones are prepared beforehand with the right information and resources.”
Sehlmeyer encourages fire departments, public safety departments, and community safety coalitions to take an active role in CRR Week by emphasizing these key points in their work:
1. Proactive Prevention: By addressing risks in the community early, fire departments and emergency services can reduce the number of emergency calls and improve the overall safety of residents.
2. Holistic Risk Reduction: Continually using data-driven strategies to identify potential risks (such as fire hazards, health risks, or other safety concerns) and implementing solutions that prevent these risks from becoming emergencies.
3. Strategic Use of Data: By tracking incidents, identifying patterns, and understanding the evolving risks in communities, fire and public safety departments can better allocate resources, conduct targeted prevention efforts, and reduce future emergency responses.
4. Fire Safety Education: Regularly educating the public on fire behavior and safety practices, such as the installation of smoke alarms and having a family fire escape plan.
5. Collaboration and Community Engagement: By building partnerships, they can amplify efforts to reduce community risks and raise awareness about the importance of fire safety and risk reduction.
"Getting Ahead of the Call" sets the stage for a safer 2025 in Michigan, providing an opportunity for communities and fire departments to work towards less 911 calls and more fire-free households.
To learn more about CRR Week, individuals are encouraged to visit www.CRRWeek.org.
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