Effective noon Thursday, May 30, 2019, and until further notice Category 2 open fires are banned, THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE CAMPFIRES. This restriction order covers all the Extension and District Fire Department protection area to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety…
When the colder temperatures start to set in, many homeowners will turn to their fireplace, wood or pellet stoves as an additional heat source. While fireplaces can provide warmth and comfort, if you are not careful, they can also be a hazard. Keep in mind the following precautions to help ensure a safe winter season…
Working smoke alarms reduce the chances of dying in a fire by nearly 50%. They are a critical first step for staying safe, but in order to be effective, they have to be working properly.
House Address
Please help us help you! Without a clearly visible address, we can’t find your home, especially in the middle of the night.
Chimneys
Your chimney–and the flue that lines it–adds architectural interest to your home, but its’ real function is to carry dangerous flue gases from your fireplace, wood stove or furnace safely out of your home.
