You may be feeling angry, hurt, sad or upset and you’ve started a small fire to get attention. Maybe it’s been just simple curiosity that has caused you to light a fire – or even an accident.

We’re glad you’re here, because we’re here to help you.
You’ve taken a big first step by understanding that setting fires is not normal or safe. You probably know how very dangerous fires are, and you don’t want to hurt your family or neighbors. Those are good choices!

You’ve made a great choice by coming to our website to learn more about fire safety and how fires can change peoples lives.

Where can you turn to get more help in solving the problems that have caused you to start a fire? These resources can give you the help you need. Don’t be afraid to ask. They want to support you.

Your parents. Be honest with them, they will want to help you solve the problem and keep you safe.

A trusted adult. A school counselor, or teacher will be there to listen to you and help guide you.

Your school. Ask your school if they know of counselors that work with juvenile firesetters.

Your local fire department. Most fire departments have specially trained people to guide you, like a Juvenile Firesetter Intervention Specialist. Call your local Juvenile Firesetter Intervention and Prevention program. Their contact information may be included on this site, or you can call your local fire department to direct you. They can help you, or sign you up for a class. Take the next step and get the help you need.
It’s your future at stake.