Operation Smoke Detector is a community service initiative that enables every household in Lynchburg to have a working smoke detector.  The program mobilizes hundreds of volunteers to go door-to-door in neighborhoods throughout Lynchburg, distributing fire safety literature, checking smoke detectors, and installing new smoke detectors in homes that do not have one (at no cost to the residence - one smoke detector per household). 

The purpose of this program is to allow interested persons to ride along with Lynchburg Fire and EMS Department personnel during a portion of a 24-hour duty shift.  This program is designed to increase awareness of the Lynchburg Fire and EMS Department's emergency services through direct contact with the EMS and fire suppression personnel and their work at the scene of an accident, illness, fire, or other incident.  For further information regarding this program and how you can participate contact 434-455-6343.