Difference Between CO and Natural Gas - January
Winter is here, which means furnaces are on, fireplaces are crackling and ovens are baking up tasty treats. Do YOU know the difference between these two potentially toxic gases? If you didn’t even know there was a difference, you’re not alone. Here’s the scoop.
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Disposal of Smoke Detectors - February
Smoke detectors can not be thrown in a normal trash can that eventually ends up in a landfill. These items need to be properly disposed of due to the technology used in these items.
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Spring Tips - March
The last of the snow has melted (we hope), the grass is green again, and the trees are in bloom. Surely that means spring cleaning is upon us! In an effort to make this “Spring Cleanup” a fire safe one, the Grand Traverse Metro Fire Department offers the following safety tips.
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Home Safety - April
During Home Safety Month—and all year—take some simple hands-on steps to make your home safer. You can protect the ones you love by preventing child injuries at home.
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Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires - May
Clothes dryers are associated with thousands of fires each year. Fires can occur when lint builds up in the dryer or exhaust duct and blocks the flow of air, causing excessive heat build-up resulting in a fire.
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Lightning Safety Tips - June
Summer is the peak time of the year for lightning strikes and lightning fires. However, lightning does occur year round. It’s important to be prepared for this dangerous weather phenomenon.
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Fireworks Safety - July
Fireworks during the Fourth of July are as American as apple-pie, but did you know that more fires are reported on that day than any other day in the United States? More than half of these fires are caused by fireworks.
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Back To School Safety - August
Say goodbye to summer and hello to fall. It’s school time again! Just like teachers, books, and homework go hand in hand with the school year, so should safety.
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Fall Fire Safety - September
As summer turns to fall, it’s a good idea to refresh your memory on fall fire safety tips. Some safety tips are the same regardless of the time of year, but many safety concerns are seasonal, particularly those that involve keeping your home warm.
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Halloween Safety - October
Everyone wants to have a safe and happy Halloween for themselves, their guests and their children. Using safety tips and common sense can help you make the most of your Halloween season and make it as enjoyable for your kids as it is for you!
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Space Heater Safety - November
Common sense can prevent a heater fire. All heating systems can start fires if not used and maintained properly. Heating your home during the colder months of the year can prove dangerous, if you do not follow a few simple safety precautions.
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Holiday Fire Safety - December
Each year fires occurring during the holiday season claim the lives of over 400 people, injure 1,650 more, and cause over $990 million in damage. There are simple life-saving steps you can take to ensure a safe and happy holiday.
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