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  • Get Alerts When Severe Weather Approaches

    Get Alerts When Severe Weather Approaches

    You need to know when severe weather is approaching!  Luckily there are now a variety of ways that you can be alerted when conditions are favorable for severe weather to strike!

    Local News
    One of the easiest ways to stay aware of sever weather conditions, is to tune into your local TV news.  Chances are, if severe weather is approaching, they will preempt regular programming to keep you alerted of quickly changing conditions.

    Radio Stations
    Most local weather stations (especially talk radio stations) provide regular weather updates on the hour or more frequently.  If you are in your car, you can easily learn of severe weather conditions at regular intervals in the broadcast.

    Weather Websites
    Whether it be websites dedicated to providing weather forecasts (weather.com, weather.gov, weatherbug.com, wunderground.com) or local news station websites (wxyz.com, clickondetroit.com, fox2detroit.com), you can quickly find weather forecasts and warnings for your specific area.

    Cell Phone Apps
    There are a variety of apps available for your cellphone that not only allow you to view the forecast, but also alert you of severe weather approaching.  Most phones will have a built-in weather app, but if you are looking for more details and alerts, some of the apps available include: Storm Shield, Storm Tracker, 4WARN Weather, FOX2 Weather App, and NOAA Weather Radar & Alerts.

    NOAA Weather Radio
    You may want to consider picking up a NOAA weather alert radio for your home or workplace. This tried-and-true method of alerting you of severe weather doesn’t require a cell phone, TV or other specialized device.  These devices often have a battery powered backup, so they will even keep you informed of severe weather if you lose power in your home. NOAA weather radios are available at a variety of retail stores, or even at your favorite online retailer.

    Stay alert, stay safe!

  • What Is the Difference Between a Storm Watch, Warning, and Advisory?

    What Is the Difference Between a Storm Watch, Warning, and Advisory?

    This week is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Michigan. The Chesterfield Fire Department wants everyone to know how to be safe at home, work, and outside.  As such, throughout the week we will be posting topics about weather safety. Today we look at the differences between a Warning, Watch or Advisory.

    Watches, Warnings & Advisories

    Normally, a Storm Watch will be issued in advance of the storm (usually at least 24 hours). It indicates the risk of a hazardous weather event has increased (at least a 50% chance of it occurring), but its occurrence, location, and/or timing is still uncertain. It is intended to provide enough lead time so you can make plans to stay safe.

    As the event becomes imminent, a watch will normally be upgraded to either a warning or an advisory (which indicates an 80% or greater probability of occurence). A Warning indicates that conditions pose a threat to life or property, and that travel will become difficult to impossible. An Advisory indicates conditions pose a significant inconvenience, and if caution is not exercised, could lead to situations that may threaten life and/or property.

    Remember to always be aware of the weather, and be sure your family knows what to do as well!

  • Fire Fighter Friday – “The Irons” with Captain Mike Scalici

    Fire Fighter Friday – “The Irons” with Captain Mike Scalici

    Join the Chesterfield Fire Department for Fire Fighter Friday, a special online series in which we share some information about what we do and the tools of the trade.

  • Introducing Fire Fighter Friday

    Introducing Fire Fighter Friday

    Join the Chesterfield Fire Department for Fire Fighter Friday, a special online series in which we share some information about what we do and the tools of the trade.

  • 2024 Annual Report Video

    2024 Annual Report Video

    Check out some of the highlights of the past year via our 2024 Annual Report video!

  • Chesterfield Fire Dept. Open House – Sunday Oct. 13th

    Chesterfield Fire Dept. Open House – Sunday Oct. 13th

    Please join the Chesterfield Fire Department as we cap off this year’s National Fire Prevention Week with our Annual Open House!

    The event will be held at Fire Station #3 (33991 23 Mile Rd) Sunday October 13th from 12:00pm-3:00pm

    This FREE family-friendly event will feature kids activities, bounce house, interactive demonstrations, refreshments and more – all while learning about your local firefighters, their tools and facilities.

    Parking is available at the Aitken & Ormond Insurance Company, located on 23 Mile Rd. directly across the street from the fire station.  A shuttle bus will be provided for your safety and convenience.

    For more information, call 586-725-2233

  • 2024 Citizens’ Public Safety Academy Sept. 11 – Nov. 20, 2024

    2024 Citizens’ Public Safety Academy Sept. 11 – Nov. 20, 2024

    The Chesterfield Township Public Safety Department is pleased to announce that it will be conducting a Citizens’ Public Safety Academy on Wednesday nights this September 11, 2024 – November 20, 2024, 6:30pm-9:30pm. The Citizens’ Public Safety Academy is designed to provide the residents and business owners of Chesterfield Township with a hands-on learning environment in the law enforcement profession. It is the goal of the Citizens’ Public Safety Academy to familiarize each participant with the knowledge, skills, and tactics needed to be a successful Law Enforcement Officer.

    Interested participants must complete and turn in: Citizens Academy Application Packet

    Applications are due Friday, August 16, 2024

    Who can attend?

    The Citizens’ Public Safety Academy is free of charge and open to all Chesterfield Township residents and business owners over the age of 18. Participants may not have any felony convictions and have no misdemeanor convictions within the last 4 years. Each applicant will be subject to a  background investigation. Application packets can be picked up at the police department or downloaded via the links in this page.

    Only selected applicants will be notified and will be subject to having their fingerprints taken prior to the start of the academy.

    What To Expect

    The Citizens’ Public Safety Academy will cover the topics listed below, but not limited to:

    • Laws of arrest
    • Learn how a case is prosecuted from arrest to conviction
    • Accident investigation
    • CPR-AED Certification
    • OWI Detection
    • Crime Scene Preservation and Processing
    • Mock Traffic Stops
    • Hands-on with everyday equipment used in the field
    • Defensive Tactics/Handcuffing
    • Ride-along (4 hours voluntary)
    • Graduation Ceremony

    How long is the Academy?

    The academy will meet once a week (Wednesdays) for 3 hours and run for 11 weeks. Classes will take place at the police department, except for occasional offsite classes. The 11th week will consist of a graduation ceremony open for family members to attend.

    How To Apply for the Citizens’ Public Safety Academy

    You may click here to download a copy of the application packet for the Chesterfield Township Citizens’ Public Safety Academy.

    If you would like to download a brochure with information about the Chesterfield Township Citizens’ Public Safety Academy, click here to download.

    The Chesterfield Township Citizens’ Public Safety Academy is sponsored by the ‘Friends of Chesterfield Police’ organization.

  • Dispatch Center Renovation & Expansion Project Completed

    Dispatch Center Renovation & Expansion Project Completed

    The Chesterfield Township Department of Public Safety dispatch center renovation and expansion project is now complete! We would like to thank everyone involved in this project for their hard work, as well as our elected officials and the community for their support. We are very pleased to be able to provide this upgraded workspace and technology for our dispatchers, who are the heart of our operations.

    This video highlights before and after footage, images of the construction project, and the ribbon cutting ceremony held this past Friday June 14th.


    (This video is best viewed full-screen at 4K resolution)

  • 2023 Chesterfield Public Safety Annual Report

    2023 Chesterfield Public Safety Annual Report

    The Chesterfield Township Department of Public Safety 2023 Annual Report is now available to download or view online. The report includes a wide variety of statistics and information related to administration, operations, staffing changes, community programs, new equipment, maintenance and upgrades for both the police and fire departments.

    You may download a PDF copy of the report by CLICKING THIS LINK

  • Chesterfield Fire Dept. Open House – Sunday Oct. 1st

    Chesterfield Fire Dept. Open House – Sunday Oct. 1st

    Please join the Chesterfield Fire Department as we kick off this year’s National Fire Prevention Week with our Annual Open House!

    The event will be held at Fire Station #3 (33991 23 Mile Rd) Sunday October 1st from 12:00pm-3:00pm

    This FREE family-friendly event will feature kids activities, bounce house, interactive demonstrations, refreshments and more – all while learning about your local firefighters, their tools and facilities.

    For more information, call 586-725-2233