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Public Notices
Focus on Fire Safety: Candle Fire Safety
With the holidays fast approaching and the increased usage of seasonal decorations, it is important to focus on candle fire safety and prevention. Because the majority of candle fires result from human error and negligence, candle fires and their associated casualties are preventable.
- If possible, avoid using lighted candles.
- If you must use candles, ensure that they are placed in sturdy holders.
- Keep candles away from children and pets.
- Be sure to extinguish candles after each use.
- Never leave burning candles unattended.
By following a few candle fire safety tips, everyone can enjoy a safe and happy holiday season. CLICK HERE for more candle fire safety information.
Holiday Decorations
Decorating for the winter holidays is fun but can lead to tragedy if you don't practice fire safety. Following a few simple fire safety tips can keep electric lights, candles, and the ever popular Christmas tree from creating a tragedy.
- Don't place your live Christmas tree close to a heat source, including a fireplace or heat vent.
- Keep the tree stand filled with water at all times.
- Never put tree branches or needles in a fireplace or wood-burning stove.
- Inspect holiday lights for frayed wires, bare spots, gaps in the insulation, broken or cracked sockets, and excessive kinking or wear before putting them up.
- Use only nonflammable decorations.
Click HERE for more Holiday safety tips and to watch a video showing why you SHOULD water your Christmas Tree!
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Driving Flood Facts- According to FEMA
The following are important points to remember when driving in flood conditions:
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Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars causing loss of control and possible stalling.
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A foot of water will float many vehicles.
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Two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles including sport utility vehicles (SUV’s) and pick-ups.
Taken from: http://www.fema.gov/hazard/flood/fl_during.shtm
Last Modified: Tuesday, 21-Mar-2006 08:39:10 EST |
Revised in July of 2006 |
Toledo Environmental Services Division is the agent of OHIO EPA for enforcement of Ohio OPEN BURNING regulations in Lucas County. |
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Burning Laws for Spencer Township |
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No burning from 6:00am to 6:00pm in March, April, May, Oct & Nov |
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Allowed burning materials; grasses, leaves, tree limbs, etc |
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5'x5' burn pile size at it's largest, and watched at all times |
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Please do NOT burn fires during HIGH WINDS.
Thank You for your cooperation,
Chief - Spencer Fire/Rescue |
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For more information contact The Toledo Division of Environmental Services (419) 936-3015 |
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