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Safety Tips for Your Labor Day Holiday

 September 4, 2023

Here we are….It’s the last vacation of the summer – that’s right, it’s Labor Day!  Whether you’re hosting a Labor Day party for family or friends or hitting the road for a road trip, there are several things you can do to stay safe:

Grilling Tips

  • Keep children and pets away from any type of open flame.
  • Position the grill so that it’s in a well-ventilated area and away from trees, bushes, the house, and anything else that can catch fire.
  • NEVER grill on a deck or balcony!
  • Always use long-handed utensils and wear protective, fire-resistant gear when grilling.
  • Follow the instructions in the grill’s owner’s manual.
  • Have a fire extinguisher ready to extinguish flames if they get out of control.
  • Never leave your grill unattended.
  • Always dispose of ashes in a metal container. And never place ashes, no matter what they are in, inside your garage, shed, or near any combustible items or structures.

Electrical Tips

  • Don’t use non-approved or non-GFCI protected electrical equipment or wiring around water, including the pool, sprinklers, hot tub, etc.
  • Inspect your extension cords for frays or other damage before using them.
  • If you’re hosting a party, make sure your guests stay away from power lines or electrical transformers near your home.
  • Keep your power tools safely locked away in your garage or shed.

UV  and Heat Related Health Tips

  • Always wear sunscreen with at least 30 SPF to protect your skin.
  • If you’re sensitive to sunburns and heat related illnesses, wear a hat and try your best to stay in the shade.
  • Stay hydrated – the sun can dehydrate you quickly.
  • Remember that UV rays bounce off of sand, concrete, and water.
  • If you do get burned, apply aloe to the burn on a regular basis.
  • Keep in mind the strongest UV index and highest temperatures are between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Swimming Tips

  • Always swim with a buddy.
  • Check the weather before you decide to go in the pool, lake, or ocean.
  • Make sure children in or near the water are under supervision at all times and are nearby.
  • Have all non-swimmers use or have access to personal flotation devices when wading
  • If you have a pool at your home, make sure it’s secured with barriers.
  • Never leave children unattended.
  • If it looks like rain and storms are approaching, get out of the water as quickly as possible to avoid lightning strikes.

Road Trip Tips

  • Always have a first-aid kit and back-up food and water supplies in your vehicle.
  • Before you leave, check your tire pressures and your fluids.
  • Never drive when you’re tired or if you’ve been drinking.
  • Make sure someone back home knows your destination, route, and itinerary.
  • Always wear your seatbelt.
  • Don’t text and drive. If you need to navigate, have a passenger do it for you.

Let’s make this weekend a holiday to remember for all the correct reasons !

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2023Fire & Fire/EMSFVFAC EMS
Jan52186
Feb44142
Mar62183
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2023 Total526713

Fire Top Ten Responder

August 2023
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Calls
Deputy Chief Dan McKinney197
Sgt. Tom Pritchard157
Asst. Chief Bob Colaianni110
Asst. Chief Kris Teal96
Chief Scott Blankenship
88
Capt. Zach Karn78
Sgt. Andrew Hilber78
Matt Barlow,
Angelo Kouroupis
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Bella Price70
Matt Garrity64

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August 2023
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Calls
Shelby Sahady97
EMS Asst. Chief Will Rosenberg63
Lt. Matt Garrity57
Autumn Pafel39
Jenn Chenworth37
Darrin Ryan29
Jason Cowger

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Camden Jones23
Lori Etchison21
EMS Capt. Ed (Chip) Steininger19

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Fallston Fire Company
P.O. Box 141
Fallston, MD 21047

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