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safercommunities Timely advice from SilverdaleVolunteer Fire Brigade Yet again in February, the Fire Service attended a late night your home and make sure you and your family are fire safe. house fire where the family was lucky to escape – sadly, their These visits can be arranged by phoning 0800 NZ FIRE (0800 pet dog was not so lucky. 693 473). You may even be eligible for a free smoke alarm. What is not fully appreciated when there is a house fire is the Access to your property, especially in the rural environment loss of personal items, photos and gifts. and those with long driveways, needs to be considered. Our appliances need 3mt high and 3mt wide access – so, if you In 80% of the fires we attend, smoke alarms are either not installed have overhanging trees or obstacles, please trim or remove or not working. them. The Fire Service recommends long-life photoelectric smoke Station Officer Dave Lattimore alarms installed in every bedroom, hallway and living area. These Silverdale Volunteer Fire Brigade can be purchased from any good hardware store. Develop an escape plan with your family and make sure you have, if possible, two ways out of every room. If you know someone who doesn’t have any smoke alarms, please note that the Fire Service offers free Home Fire Safety Visits to all households in New Zealand. Fire-fighters will visit
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