Tips for a safer home this winter

As we enter the throws of winter, the Sedona Fire Department has provided a list of tips and suggestions on how to have a safer home this winter.  The following list was compiled by the Sedona Fire Department and printed in the Red Rock News dated 1/19/07.

 

Tips for a Safer Home:

*Install at least one smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarm on every level of your home and near sleeping areas.

*Have a trained professional inspect, clean and tune-up your central heating system and repair leaks.

*Keep gas appliances properly adjusted and serviced.

*Avoid using a cooking stove to heat your home.

*Never use a gas grill inside your home or in a closed garage.

 

Home Fire Precautions/Fireplaces and Wood Stoves:

*Burn only wood-not trash, cardboard boxes or Christmas trees-because these items increase the risk of uncontrolled fires.

*Inspect the chimneys you use regularly every year for cracks, blockages and leaks.

*Keep all persons and flammable objects, including wallpaper, bedding, clothing and pets, at least 36-inches away from fireplaces and wood stoves.

*Open flues when fireplaces are in use.

*Hire a professional sweep to clean your chimney at least once a year to prevent creosote build-up.

 

Power Outage Precautions/Lighting Sources and Perishable Food:

*Stock up on batteries, flashlights, portable radios, canned foods, manual can openers, bottled water and blankets.

*Use flashlights instead of candles to avoid a possible fire hazard.

*Run water at a trickle to help prevent pipes from freezing and bursting if outside temperatures are below freezing for an extended period of time and your home has no heat.

*Store perishable foods outside in the snow or in an unheated outside building if power goes.

 

Again, thank you to the Sedona Fire Department and the Red Rock News for running these Winter Home Safety Tips.

 

Have a safe and happy winter season!

 

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