National Fire Prevention Week may be over, but we have one more tip to pass along. Ada Fire Chief Steve Petry says this reminder is especially timely considering the cooler temperatures. Petry says another issue that comes up this time of year is sewer gas…unusual odors coming from your drains. He suggests running water down…
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As Fire Prevention Week continues, Ada Fire Chief Steve Petry says you can prepare for a fire by making an escape plan for your family. Petry says firefighters and emergency responders will have a different frame of mind if they know that everyone in your home is safe and accounted for.
This is Fire Prevention Week…when local fire departments remind you about the importance of fire safety. This year, there’s a special focus on kitchen safety. Ada Fire Chief Steve Petry has more. Petry also says when you’re cooking, make sure pot and frying pan handles are turned inward..so that no one can bump something and…
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As we continue our coverage of National Fire Prevention Week, Hillsboro Fire Chief Jamie Reed reminds us there’s also a danger of fire in agricultural fields….especially during harvest season. You can also reduce the risk of fire to a barn by not using extension cords, having heat lamps and space heaters kept a safe distance…
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Minnesota — As we continue our coverage of National Fire Prevention Week, today we focus on this year’s theme which is “Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape.” Today’s homes burn faster than ever. You may have as little as two minutes (or even less time) to safely escape a home fire from the time the…
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Mahnomen, MN — Join the National Fire Protection Association and fire departments around the country in celebrating National Fire Prevention Week, October 9th – 15th. As part of that, firemen and women will be hosting outreach and educational events throughout the week. Locally, several fire departments are hosting open houses where they welcome people into…
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