Come for the Run and stay for the fun!
At 8:30AM Sat., Oct. 14, the Naperville Professional Firefighters for a Cause and the Naperville Fire Department will be hosting the inaugural Stop, Drop and Run 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance’s Camp ‘I am Me.’ Visit www.naperville.il.us/stopdroprun5K.
Immediately following you can attend the Public Safety Open House from 10AM to 2PM. There will be fire and police vehicles on display, a flashover fire demonstration, K9 demonstration, and much more! This event is perfect for families and children of all ages! Visit www.naperville.il.us/psoh.
Have you downloaded the Pulsepoint App?
Available for both iOS and Android devices, the PulsePoint Respond smartphone app reports cardiac emergencies to registered users at the same time as the City’s Dispatch system sends out an Emergency Medical Service (EMS) team. The purpose is to allow cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or automated external defibrillation (AED) to be administered more rapidly by nearby citizens and, thus, increase the chances of patient survival.
The app uses location-based technology to determine which registered and CPR/AED-certified users are within a 12-block radius of a cardiac emergency and notify them via push notifications on their smartphone. This app also lists where all nearby publicaly accessible AED units for use in live-saving efforts. There are currently more than 100 AED units in Naperville that are registered with the system in public buildings, parks, schools, churches, businesses and museums.
Interested in taking a CPR class?
Visit https://naperville.enrollware.com/calendar for information.
Have you signed up for SMART 911 yet?
Smart911 is a free, new service available in our community to help you when you call 9-1-1. Once you’ve signed up, first responders will be aware of important information you have provided that will help them address your emergency. This information – including medical issues, current location and even pets – can help Police, Fire and EMS locate and help you. Visit www.smart911.com.
