Fire Department's Youth Firesetter Program

Two firefighters working on a yellow truck that's parked in front of a garage

Juvenile firesetting is a serious problem, regardless of the child's motivation for the fire start. Firesetting can begin at a very early age and may continue into adulthood. Recognizing youth firesetting early, and taking appropriate corrective measures can greatly reduce the risk of future firesetting incidences. Prevention, education and intervention are keys to reducing the problem and a youth firesetter program can provide an avenue for all three.

Introduction

It is the policy of the Two Rivers Fire Department to provide such a service to the parents or legal guardians of young firesetters who reside in the City of Two Rivers in the interest of decreasing the incidents of firesetting. Requests for services may come in a number of ways. The child's parent(s) or legal guardian, the school or the police may contact the fire department seeking assistance in dealing with a firesetting youth.

Fire Department's Youth Firesetter Program

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