- Post your address on your house or mailbox so that it is visible from the street.
- Be prepared for potential emergencies.
- Check the batteries in your radio and flashlight.
- Keep a fresh supply of canned food and bottled water.
- Post emergency phone numbers and your address by all phones.
To contact Fire-Paramedics-Police Dial 9-1-1.
Always leave babysitters with information including:
- How to contact you in an emergency
- Alternate contacts
- Emergency phone numbers
- (Fire-Paramedics-Police Dial 9-1-1).
- Instructions of what is expected and always provide a new sitter with a tour of your house.
Winter
- Have your fireplace chimney inspected and cleaned on a yearly basis.
- Have all heaters and air conditioning units inspected annually to ensure proper operation.
- If you have a hydrant in front of your home, help us and your neighbors by keeping them clear of snow.
Summer
- Protect yourself from the sun and drink plenty of fluids.
- Do not overload electrical outlets using window air conditioning units.
- When barbecuing, keep grills at a safe distance away from the house and flammable/combustible items.
- Never cook using loose flammable clothes. They can come in contact with the fire.