Fire Prevention

Edgewater Fire Rescue crews and department staff endeavor to inspect each commercial business in the City annually in an effort to reduce fire and life safety issues in the community. All new businesses in the City are inspected for building, fire and life safety code compliance prior to opening. All new commercial construction receives a review of the building plans to ensure compliance with fire and life safety codes. Any new subdivision plans are reviewed to ensure all areas are accessible by emergency vehicles and to make sure there are adequate fire hydrants.

Residential home safety surveys are available by calling 386-424-2400 ext. 2200. These informal inspections will ensure smoke alarms are present and working, check heating and cooking systems for safety and make other recommendations about fire extinguishers, trip and fall hazards and safe chemical storage.