The holidays are almost here, and NHC Fire Rescue encourages everyone to review household safety tips for a successful holiday season! Check out the cooking and decorating tips below, then learn more about keeping your home #SafeHealthySecure year-round: https://t.co/2fIyM773da
Join New Hanover County Fire Rescue and friends this Friday, October 24th at the Battleship form 6:00pm-9:00pm for a fun family Trunk or Treat event.
#NHCFR
Last weekend, our very own Deputy Chief Jennifer Smith became the first female president of the @ncafcchiefs in its 93-year existence. Congratulations, Deputy Chief Smith! We are excited to watch you share your knowledge and experience as you serve in this new role.
Fire Rescue has received reports of flooding in roadways in southern NHC. Remember, driving through 6 inches of standing water can cause vehicles to lose control and stall. Donโt drive through flooded roads โ turn around, donโt drown! Learn more at https://t.co/nvRr0kt0wC
All burn bans have been lifted for New Hanover County. Residents should continue exercising caution when burning outdoors.
โ๏ธ Maintain a safe distance from structures
๐ง Keep water/fire extinguisher nearby
๐งฏ Ensure burns are fully extinguished
๐ซ Never leave a burn unattended
In conjunction with the statewide open burn ban issued by the NC Forest Service, the New Hanover County Fire Marshalโs Office will implement a local burn ban that applies to all areas within the county, including those within 100 ft of dwellings. See more: https://t.co/mEUUiVo5Cq
๐ NHCFR responded to multiple fires from debris burns. As temps rise & yard work picks up, stay safe with these burn tips:
๐ Get a burn permit
๐ Burn only natural vegetation
๐จ Avoid burning on dry/windy days
๐ง Keep water/tools nearby
๐ฅ Never leave fires unattended
Captain McDonald, Captain White, and the crew of Rescue 11 recently assisted students from the CFCC Public Safety Academy with hands-on vehicle extrication and stabilization training! ๐โ๏ธ
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An estimated 23 million people were expected to call out of work after last nightโs Super Bowlโbut for first responders, thatโs not an option.
No matter the day, holiday, or game day, the men and women of NHCFR are always on dutyโ24/7, 365 (and the occasional 366). #NHCFR
First Aid for Burns ๐
Accidents happen, but knowing how to respond can reduce injury:
๐น Cool the burn
๐น Do NOT apply ice or ointments
๐น Cover loosely with a clean, dry cloth
๐น Seek medical help if the burn is severe or larger than a palm
#NHCFRSafety#BurnAwarenessWeek
Space Heaters & Safety Zones ๐ฅ
With cooler temps, space heaters are a fire risk if not used safely!
โก๏ธ Keep heaters at least 3 feet away
โก๏ธ Never use extension cords with space heaters
โก๏ธ Turn heaters off when leaving the room or sleeping
#NHCFRSAfety#BurnAwarenessWeek
Cooking Safety Reminder ๐ณ
Kitchen burns are preventable! Keep kids safe by:
๐ฅ Turning pot handles toward the back of the stove
๐ฅ Never holding a child while cooking
๐ฅ Keeping oven mitts, towels, and flammable objects away from burners.
#BurnAwarenessWeek#NHCFRSafety
Hot Beverages & Little Hands โ
Did you know that scald burns are one of the leading causes of burn injuries in young children? A quick tip: When possible, drink from a travel mug with a secure lidโeven at home!
#BurnAwarenessWeek
๐ฅBurn Awareness Week Kickoff ๐ฅ
Itโs #BurnAwarenessWeek, and weโre sharing tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe! Hot things burnโso stay 3 steps back! Teach children to keep a 3-foot safety zone around anything that could cause burns.
#NHCFRSafety
In 2024, NHCFR averaged over nine medical calls per day, totaling more than 3,000 responses where our firefighters performed CPR, applied tourniquets, cleared airways, mobilized patients, and provided critical medical interventions. #NHCFR
In 2024, the NHCFR Office of the Fire Marshal investigated numerous fires, and over 62% of them were determined to be accidental.
Hereโs how you can stay fire-safe:
โ Test your smoke alarms
โ Replace batteries twice a year
โ Install alarms in key locations
#NHCFRSafety