Fire Safety during Winter Storms

2/14/2022 (Permalink)

Know what to do before, during and after a winter storm. This will help keep you and your family safe from a winter fire.

• Test all smoke alarms.
• Install carbon monoxide alarms and test them as well.
• Plan two ways out of the home in case of an emergency. Clear driveway and front walk of ice and snow. This will provide easy access to your home
• Make sure your house number can be seen from the street.
• Be ready in case the power goes out. Have flashlights on hand. Never use candles.
• Stay aware of winter weather. Listen to the television or radio for updates. Watch for bulletins online.
• Check on neighbors.
• Stay away from downed wires. Report any downed wires to authorities.
• Be ready if the heat stops working. Use extra layers of clothes and blankets to stay warm. If you use an emergency heat source, keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away.
• Turn portable heaters off when you leave the room.