Community Risk Reduction

We strive to ensure that our community is not only safe, but prepared for everything.

Safety for the community is our priority and it starts with you!

PulsePoint Community Response

PulsePoint is an app provided by CES that helps enable community responders who are trained and willing to provide CPR to those in need. Learn more about this powerful app and see how you can help save a life in the community by following the button below.

COMMUNITY SAFETY TIPS:

Clothes Dryer Safety

Clothes Dryer Safety

Clothes dryer fires are more common than you might think. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that dryers and washing machines cause an average of 15,970 fires each year, with dryers causing 92% of them and an average of $200 million in property...

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Chemicals in the Home

Chemicals in the Home

An average of 1,700 home fires per year are caused by instances of spontaneous combustion or chemical reaction. Follow these tips to help prevent emergencies around the house: 1. Store products in their original containers out of the reach of children and pets, 2....

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Winter Holiday Safety

Winter Holiday Safety

Nearly half of holiday decoration fires happen because decorations are placed too close to a heat source. It’s fun to decorate for the winter holidays, but holiday decorations can increase your risk for a home fire. As you deck the halls this season, be fire smart....

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Halloween Fire Safety

Halloween Fire Safety

Halloween is a time for fun and spooky celebrations and activities, but it can also be a time for some truly scary fire safety hazards. As the holiday nears, take simple precautions that can help ensure the holiday remains fun and fire safe: Use glow sticks or...

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Hurricane Check List

Hurricane Check List

Hurricane season is in full swing and NOAA is predicting 14-21 storms this year. Now is the time to prepare. Please make sure you have everything in order before the storm arrives: loved ones and pets a place to stay, important paperwork packed away, and a go pack....

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Prevent Cooking Fires

Prevent Cooking Fires

Cooking fires is the leading cause of home fires and fire injury. It is easy to get distracted and forget about food on the stove or in the oven. Set a timer to remind you to check on the food. Do not leave cooking food unattended especially with kids around. If there...

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