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4th of July Parade
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National Pet Fire Safety Day is July 15
For Immediate Release: July 8, 2010
Contact – Chief Mike Roll at 719-836-3150 or 719-839-1230
An estimated 500,000 pets are affected annually by home fires, and a
new data analysis by the National Fire Protection Association shows
that nearly 1,000 house fires each year are accidentally started by
the homeowners’ pets. The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC)
is joining the American Kennel Club® (AKC) for the third annual
National Pet Fire Safety Day on July 15 to spread awareness about
how to prevent pets from starting home fires and keep pets safe in
the event of an emergency.
“Not many pet owners realize that their pet can actually be the cause
of a devastating fire,” said AKC spokesperson Lisa Peterson.
“Simple preventative measures, such as flameless candles and
removing stove knobs when leaving the house, can mean the
difference between life and death for your four-legged friends.
Planning for unexpected emergencies like home fires and taking
these precautions are an integral part of responsible dog
ownership.”
The following tips can be used to help educate pet owners on how
to prevent their beloved pet from starting a fire, as well as how to
keep their pets safe.
Prevent your pet from starting fires
• Extinguish open flames - Pets are generally curious and will
investigate cooking appliances, candles, or even a fire in your
fireplace. Ensure your pet is not left unattended around an open
flame and make sure to thoroughly extinguish any open flame before
leaving your home.
• Remove stove knobs - Be sure to remove stove knobs or
protect them with covers before leaving the house – a stove or cook
top is the number one piece of equipment involved in your pet
starting a fire.
• Invest in flameless candles – These candles contain a light bulb
rather than an open flame, and take the danger out of your pet
knocking over a candle. Cats are notorious for starting fires when
their tails turn over lit candles.
• Beware of water bowls on wooden decks – Do not leave a glass
water bowl for your pet outside on a wooden deck. The sun’s rays
when filtered through the glass and water can actually heat up and
ignite the wooden deck beneath it. Choose stainless steel or ceramic
bowls instead.
• Pet proof the home - Take a walk around your home and look
for areas where pets might start fires inadvertently, such as loose
wires and other potential hazards. Keep your pets safe
• Keep pets near entrances when away from home – When
leaving pets home alone, keep them in areas or rooms near
entrances where firefighters can easily find them.
• Secure young pets - Especially with young puppies, keep them
confined away from potential fire-starting hazards when you are
away from home, such as in crates or behind baby gates in secure
areas.
• Practice escape routes with pets – Keep collars and leashes at
the ready in case you have to evacuate quickly with your pet or
firefighters need to rescue your pet.
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False Alarm Campaign Moves into Second Year
Fire Departments Help Get the Message Out
According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than six
thousand false fire alarms
occur in the United States each day...and the number is increasing.
Emailing a public service announcement directly to television
stations is succeeding in getting the
message out. According to producer, Richard Lambert, a 60 second
PSA was posted online last
February and fire departments throughout the country have
participated in getting it aired.
Lambert says, "Over five hundred TV stations ran the PSA after
receiving it by email and our online
tracking shows that it's continuing. A lot of fire departments are
posting it on their website as well."
Lambert adds, "Fire professionals everywhere are looking for ways
to make their communities safer
without adding expense. This PSA is a good tool for that. "
Go Here to watch the PSA.
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Archived News
2010
House Fire in Fairplay
2009
2009 Year in Review
Early Morning House Fire in Alma
No Injuries in NWF Engine Rollover
2008
2008 Year in Review
Exposing an Invisible Killer
Structure Fire on Main St. Fairplay - 6/30/2008
Valley of the Sun house fire - 5/5/2008
House Explosion Rocks Fairplay Main Street - 4/10/2008
Feb. 15 - Declaration of Disaster and Emergency in Park County
2007
2007 Year in Review
Chimney Fire in Warm Springs/North-West Fire Gets New Engine
Grass Fire Threatens Homes
NWF Breakfast a Success!
North-West Fire has successful 4th of July Fireworks Display - pictures
Hantavirus Deaths Reported in Three More Colorado Counties
North-West Fire Protection District Receives New, Modern Protective
Clothing
Fairplay Mobile Home Park Fire
North-West Fire Goes To A 24-Hour Schedule
Attic Fire in Fairplay
2006
Fairgrounds Barn Survives Fire Damage
Smoke Detector Saves A Life
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4th of July Parade
========================================================
National Pet Fire Safety Day is July 15
For Immediate Release: July 8, 2010
Contact – Chief Mike Roll at 719-836-3150 or 719-839-1230
An estimated 500,000 pets are affected annually by home fires, and a
new data analysis by the National Fire Protection Association shows
that nearly 1,000 house fires each year are accidentally started by
the homeowners’ pets. The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC)
is joining the American Kennel Club® (AKC) for the third annual
National Pet Fire Safety Day on July 15 to spread awareness about
how to prevent pets from starting home fires and keep pets safe in
the event of an emergency.
“Not many pet owners realize that their pet can actually be the cause
of a devastating fire,” said AKC spokesperson Lisa Peterson.
“Simple preventative measures, such as flameless candles and
removing stove knobs when leaving the house, can mean the
difference between life and death for your four-legged friends.
Planning for unexpected emergencies like home fires and taking
these precautions are an integral part of responsible dog
ownership.”
The following tips can be used to help educate pet owners on how
to prevent their beloved pet from starting a fire, as well as how to
keep their pets safe.
Prevent your pet from starting fires
• Extinguish open flames - Pets are generally curious and will
investigate cooking appliances, candles, or even a fire in your
fireplace. Ensure your pet is not left unattended around an open
flame and make sure to thoroughly extinguish any open flame before
leaving your home.
• Remove stove knobs - Be sure to remove stove knobs or
protect them with covers before leaving the house – a stove or cook
top is the number one piece of equipment involved in your pet
starting a fire.
• Invest in flameless candles – These candles contain a light bulb
rather than an open flame, and take the danger out of your pet
knocking over a candle. Cats are notorious for starting fires when
their tails turn over lit candles.
• Beware of water bowls on wooden decks – Do not leave a glass
water bowl for your pet outside on a wooden deck. The sun’s rays
when filtered through the glass and water can actually heat up and
ignite the wooden deck beneath it. Choose stainless steel or ceramic
bowls instead.
• Pet proof the home - Take a walk around your home and look
for areas where pets might start fires inadvertently, such as loose
wires and other potential hazards. Keep your pets safe
• Keep pets near entrances when away from home – When
leaving pets home alone, keep them in areas or rooms near
entrances where firefighters can easily find them.
• Secure young pets - Especially with young puppies, keep them
confined away from potential fire-starting hazards when you are
away from home, such as in crates or behind baby gates in secure
areas.
• Practice escape routes with pets – Keep collars and leashes at
the ready in case you have to evacuate quickly with your pet or
firefighters need to rescue your pet.
========================================================
False Alarm Campaign Moves into Second Year
Fire Departments Help Get the Message Out
According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than six
thousand false fire alarms
occur in the United States each day...and the number is increasing.
Emailing a public service announcement directly to television
stations is succeeding in getting the
message out. According to producer, Richard Lambert, a 60 second
PSA was posted online last
February and fire departments throughout the country have
participated in getting it aired.
Lambert says, "Over five hundred TV stations ran the PSA after
receiving it by email and our online
tracking shows that it's continuing. A lot of fire departments are
posting it on their website as well."
Lambert adds, "Fire professionals everywhere are looking for ways
to make their communities safer
without adding expense. This PSA is a good tool for that. "
Go Here to watch the PSA.
=========================================================
Archived News
2010
House Fire in Fairplay
2009
2009 Year in Review
Early Morning House Fire in Alma
No Injuries in NWF Engine Rollover
2008
2008 Year in Review
Exposing an Invisible Killer
Structure Fire on Main St. Fairplay - 6/30/2008
Valley of the Sun house fire - 5/5/2008
House Explosion Rocks Fairplay Main Street - 4/10/2008
Feb. 15 - Declaration of Disaster and Emergency in Park County
2007
2007 Year in Review
Chimney Fire in Warm Springs/North-West Fire Gets New Engine
Grass Fire Threatens Homes
NWF Breakfast a Success!
North-West Fire has successful 4th of July Fireworks Display - pictures
Hantavirus Deaths Reported in Three More Colorado Counties
North-West Fire Protection District Receives New, Modern Protective
Clothing
Fairplay Mobile Home Park Fire
North-West Fire Goes To A 24-Hour Schedule
Attic Fire in Fairplay
2006
Fairgrounds Barn Survives Fire Damage
Smoke Detector Saves A Life
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