FIRE SAFETY
Fireworks Safety
If you choose to use consumer fireworks to celebrate this year's Fourth of July festivities, remember the following safety tips from the National Council on Fireworks Safety:
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A responsible adult should supervise all fireworks activities.
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Never give fireworks to young children.
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Always purchase fireworks from reliable sources.
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Follow label directions carefully.
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Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
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Use fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from buildings and vehicles.
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Never carry fireworks in your pocket or shoot them in metal or glass containers.
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Light them one at a time then move back quickly.
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Don't experiment with homemade fireworks.
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Observe local laws and use common sense.
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Sparklers, fountains and other items that many states allow for use by consumers are not appropriate when a large crowd is present.
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If attending a community display, leave your own fireworks at home -- there will be plenty of excitement provided by the display.
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A responsible adult should supervise all fireworks activities.
Never give fireworks to young children.
Always purchase fireworks from reliable sources.
Follow label directions carefully.
Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
Use fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from buildings and vehicles.
Never carry fireworks in your pocket or shoot them in metal or glass containers.
Light them one at a time then move back quickly.
Don't experiment with homemade fireworks.
Observe local laws and use common sense.
Sparklers, fountains and other items that many states allow for use by consumers are not appropriate when a large crowd is present.
If attending a community display, leave your own fireworks at home -- there will be plenty of excitement provided by the display.
A Season for Sharing in Fire Safety
Each year fires occurring during the holiday season claim the lives of over 400 people, injure 1,650 more, and cause over $990 million in damage. According to the United States Fire Administration (USFA), there are simple life-saving steps you can take to ensure a safe and happy holiday. By following some of the outlined precautionary tips, individuals can greatly reduce their chances of becoming a holiday fire casualty.
Preventing Christmas Tree Fires
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Christmas Tree Fire Hazards - Movie segments demonstrating how fast a live Christmas tree can become fully engulfed in flames. Special fire safety precautions need to be taken when keeping a live tree in the house. A burning tree can rapidly fill a room with fire and deadly gases.
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Selecting a Tree for the Holiday
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Needles on fresh trees should be green and hard to pull back from the branches, and the needle should not break if the tree has been freshly cut. The trunk should be sticky to the touch. Old trees can be identified by bouncing the tree trunk on the ground. If many needles fall off, the tree has been cut too long, has probably dried out, and is a fire hazard.
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Caring for Your Tree
Do not place your tree close to a heat source, including a fireplace or heat vent. The heat will dry out the tree, causing it to be more easily ignited by heat, flame or sparks. Be careful not to drop or flick cigarette ashes near a tree. Do not put your live tree up too early or leave it up for longer than two weeks. Keep the tree stand filled with water at all times. -
Disposing of Your Tree
Never put tree branches or needles in a fireplace or woodburning stove. When the tree becomes dry, discard it promptly. The best way to dispose of your tree is by taking it to a recycling center or having it hauled away by a community pick-up service.
