Questions about Open Fires?
Call our Fire Prevention Bureau:
(845) 486-6309
Read: Town of Poughkeepsie Town Code §110.16.1 – OPEN FIRES
(845) 486-6309
Read: Town of Poughkeepsie Town Code §110.16.1 – OPEN FIRES
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Home Fire Safety Tips
- Install smoke detectors on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas.
- Install a carbon monoxide (CO) detector on every floor of your home, including the basement.
- Test your smoke detectors and CO detectors every month.
- Change your smoke and CO detector batteries at least twice a year.
- Keep flammable items away from heat.
- Plan and practice your home fire escape plan.
- Have proper fire extinguishers available.
- Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
- Keep fresh batteries in flashlights.
- Inspect electrical cords.
- Don’t smoke in the home.
- Remove lint from your dryer and change filters.
- Always stay in the kitchen while cooking.
- Never leave flames unattended.