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MAKE SAFETY YOUR NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION

  • Ensure that you and everyone in your vehicle is wearing a seat belt or is in a properly installed child safety seat.
  • Test your smoke detector at least once a month.
  • Establish a home escape plan and practice it each month.
  • Ensure matches and lighters are always out of reach of little hands.

HOLIDAY DECORATIONS SHOULD BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY

The Western Reserve Joint Fire District urges citizens to remove Christmas and holiday greenery as soon as possible.

With the holiday season over, the danger of fire in live (cut) trees and garland is critical. To reduce the risk of fire from dried out trees and garland, remove them from the home. Please check with your village or township to see if the pickup of Christmas trees and other greenery.

Store lights and other electric decorations in a cool, dry place to keep the wiring in good working condition.
 
KITCHEN FIRE SAFETY
Be attentive when you cook. Never leave cooking unattended. Wear clothes with tight-fitting sleeves when you cook. Always use a kitchen timer to remind you to turn off burners or the oven. If a pan containing food catches fire, slide a lid over the pan, then turn off the burner. Keep stove surfaces free of clutter and grease buildup.
 
REMINDER
Place your fireplace ashes in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid and place it outside.