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The Newnan Fire Department is offering station tours to all Newnan citizens. The station tours help keep the public aware of the importance of fire prevention all year round. The tours at the station are the most economical way for the Fire Department to give public education as it helps on fuel consumption. School tours are also available. Please call the Newnan Fire Department 770-253-1851 for more information.
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For more information on release, contact: Gina L. Snider, 770-254-2358
September 29, 2009
NEWNAN FIRE DEPARTMENT URGES NEWNAN RESIDENTS TO “PREVENT HOME FIRES”FOR NATIONAL FIRE PREVENTION WEEK OCTOBER 4-10TH
A pot holder too close to a lit burner or a space heater left on overnight could be all it takes to start a home fire. In fact, cooking and heating are among the leading causes of home fires in the United States, according to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). That’s why the Newnan Fire Department is urging Newnan residents during the week of October 4-10 to “Prevent Home Fires” during Fire Prevention Week. This year’s campaign focuses on preventing all the leading causes of home fires – cooking, heating and electrical equipment, and smoking materials. Additionally, fire safety educators will be teaching local residents how to plan and practice escape from a home in case a fire occurs. According to the latest research from NFPA, more than 2,500 people died in home fires in the United States in 2006, and 12,500 were injured. Fire departments responded to 396,000 home fires, which accounted for 80% of civilian deaths and 76% of injuries that year. “While the number of home fires is daunting, the good news is that many are easily preventable when residents take simple steps to increase their safety from fire,” says Newnan Fire Chief, David Whitley. “Whether it’s smoking outside the home, keeping space heaters at least three feet away from anything that can burn, or staying in the kitchen when you are using the stovetop, there are easy things you can do to keep your home and family safe from fire.” Do you know how to keep your home safe from fire hazards? Reviewing the following information and taking action can help you “Prevent Home Fires” during Fire Prevention Week and year-round.
- Cooking: Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period time, turn off the stove.
- Heating: Keep all things that can burn, such as paper, bedding or furniture, at least 3 feet away from heating equipment.
- Electrical: Replace cracked and damaged electrical cords; use extension cords for temporary wiring only. Consider having additional circuits or receptacles added by a qualified electrician.
- Smoking: If you smoke, smoke outside; wherever you smoke, use deep, sturdy ashtrays.
The City of Newnan Fire Department's mission is to have professionally trained career Firefighters that are committed to saving lives and property; To minimize the loss and suffering in our community due to fire through public education, code enforcement, and standards and training certification of personnel; to provide responses to fires, hazardous material incidents, emergency medical calls and vehicular wrecks. The fire department’s daily services to the community include but are not limited to fire prevention, fire suppression, Haz-mat response, rescue and emergency medical assistance, and various unforeseen incidents. Fire Prevention Week is actively supported by fire departments across the country. For 85 years fire departments have observed Fire Prevention Week, making it the longest running public health and safety observance on record. For more information call the Newnan Fire Department at 770-253-1851
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