Fire Safety Tips
These safety tips from the township
could save a life!Smoke Detector. Have a smoke detector on every level of your home. If all of your smoke detectors are wired directly into the electrical system of your home, purchase battery-operated detectors for every level, or come to the fire station to receive a free smoke detector. Change the batteries regularly.
Check the detectors monthly by pressing the button. Keep the detectors clean, and read the instructions in the owner's manual.
Home Exit Plan. Have a home exit plan in case of fire. Try to have at least two exits from every room. Have a predetermined meeting spot for all family members outside of the building. Have a fire drill several times a year.
Clean Chimney. Keep your chimney clean. Put ashes into a metal container, and place them outside away from any combustible materials. Do not put the metal container on a wood deck, in the garage, or in a trash can.
Overloaded Electrical Outlets. Do not overload electrical outlets. Each outlet is designed for a certain load. By overloading an outlet, you can cause a fire.
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