Aberdeen Fire Department outlines Community Risk Reduction program to reduce non‑emergency 911 calls
May 4, 2026
Fire service specialist presented the department’s Community Risk Reduction (CRR) program—home safety assessments, fall‑prevention, smoke‑alarm installations and referrals to local partners—to connect vulnerable residents with services and reduce non‑emergency 911 use.
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Colobby Lyall, described in the meeting as a fire service specialist, presented Aberdeen Fire Department’s Community Risk Reduction (CRR) program to council on April 29. Lyall said CRR is a proactive effort to connect residents—particularly older adults and frequent 911 callers—with resources and safety education to prevent emergencies.
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