January 29th, 2012 - Have you been taking your chimney for granted? A chimney is an important piece of home safety.  A chimney vents products of combustion (smoke & carbon monoxide) from your home and it allows you to heat your home.  Don't take your chimney for granted, schedule a yearly inspection and cleaning of your chimney with a professional chimney sweep today! Take a look at a few chimney tips below to help keep you & your loved ones safe during the home heating season.

Chimney Fire Prevention
    Yearly chimney maintenance by a professional chimney sweep
    Burn seasoned hardwoods. Green wood builds up creosote faster.
    Install a chimney cap to prevent things from falling into the chimney.

How Do I Know If I Have A Chimney Fire?
    Hearing a "roar" in the chimney.
    Creosote chips & debris found on ground or roof near the chimney.
    Smoke or soot in an attic.
    Smoke escaping from cracks in the chimney.
    Flames at the top of your chimney.
    Discolored chimney cap or visible cracks in the chimney.

January 11th, 2012 - Although delayed this year, winter is here!  Stay alert, slow down, and stay in control — the three key elements of safe winter driving. Drive according to highway and weather conditions. Keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you to avoid situations where you may have to brake suddenly on a slippery surface.

December 21st, 2011 - The Silver Creek Fire Department wishes everyone Happy Holidays, and would like to thank our community for all their support in the past year. A special thanks to our dedicated volunteers, who served our town admirably in 2011. As much as we rely on the help of the fire department during our time of need, the fire department relies on the help of numerous volunteers who spend many hours preparing for all types of emergencies. Become a volunteer member today and help out your community. Contact us today for more information!  Happy holidays!!!!!!!!

Badger Firefighters Association

November 26th, 2011 - Congratulations to Silver Creek Fire Department Assistant Chief Eric Backhaus. After serving the last two years as Vice President, Eric was voted as the President of the Badger Firefighters Association at the fall business meeting. The Badger Firefighters Association represents 32 fire departments spread amongst Ozaukee, Washington, Fond Du Lac, & Sheboygan Counties. Congratulations to Assistant Chief Backhaus and best of luck in your new role!