West Virginia Named Fire Safety Poster Contest Winners
The State Fire Marshal announced the top student artists for an annual fire prevention education initiative.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Safety
The West Virginia State Fire Marshal announced the winners of the ninth annual fire safety poster contest. Winning submissions from students across the state highlighted the critical dangers associated with charging electronic devices and batteries.
Why it matters
This initiative aims to educate youth on essential fire prevention tactics through creative engagement. By focusing on battery and device safety, the contest promotes awareness of modern fire hazards in homes.
The contest drew 750 entries from students spanning 36 schools and 18 counties. Participation was part of a statewide fire prevention education partnership.
The players
West Virginia State Fire Marshal
This agency is responsible for enforcing fire codes, conducting inspections, and promoting fire safety education throughout the state.
Allison Javorsky
A student from Culloden, West Virginia, she was recognized as the overall winner of the annual fire safety poster competition.
The details
Allison Javorsky of Culloden was selected as the overall winner of the ninth annual competition. The winning posters, which focus on the risks of charging electronics, will be showcased in the 2027 State Fire Marshal calendar.
Timeline
Winners of the poster contest were officially announced on October 8, 2026.
The winning posters are scheduled for inclusion in the 2027 calendar.
Seasonal Patterns
The West Virginia contest follows the pattern set by national awareness campaigns like the National Fire Protection Association's Fire Prevention Week initiatives. These programs leverage annual scheduling to maintain consistent public safety messaging across the country.
Residents can view the winning safety posters in the upcoming 2027 calendar to reinforce fire prevention habits at home. Parents and educators are encouraged to use these visual resources to discuss the specific dangers of lithium-ion battery charging with their children.
The takeaway
Engaging youth in fire safety education through visual arts can effectively translate complex hazards like battery safety into digestible lessons. Families are encouraged to review the winning themes to assess and improve the safety of electronic charging practices in their own homes.
Further reading
Learn more about local fire prevention resources in the Safety section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wvva.
