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Fire Prevention Week
October 5-11, 2008 - “Prevent Home Fires”
Your home should be a safe haven. Do you regularly check for home fire hazards? If not, there is the potential for danger. From October 5-11, 2008, fire safety advocates in Fort St. John will spread the word to our community that, with a little extra caution, preventing the leading causes of home fires – cooking, heating, electrical and smoking-materials – is within their power.
Do a home inspection and ensure:
• Electrical cords are in good condition (not damaged).
• The clothes dryer has a clean vent and filter (no lint build-up).
• Appliances and lights are plugged into separate electrical outlets.
• All smoke alarms work when tested by a grown-up.
• All extension cords are used safely (not under carpets or across walking areas).
• Portable space heaters are 3 feet away from anything that can burn.
• All escape routes are clear of clutter and easily accessible.
• Curtains and other things that can burn are away from the stovetop.
• The furnace has been inspected in the past year.
• Portable space heaters are off whenever a grown-up leaves the room and goes to sleep.
• The chimney has been inspected and cleaned in the past year.
Watch for special events and promotions from our local Fire Department this October!
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