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Quickly Escape Any House Fire and Here’s Why:

Posted on January 20, 2016 by admin

See why house fires give you so little time to escape versus 30 years ago.  Click on the video link below: http://www.today.com/video/why-you-have-less-time-to-escape-a-house-fire-today-than-30-years-ago-601680451516    

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Have a fire safe Canada Day

Posted on June 27, 2015 by admin

From: INFO, CAR FLNR:EX [mailto:CARINFO@gov.bc.ca] Sent: June-26-15 11:21 AM Subject: NR: Caution urged with fire use on Canada Day holiday Good morning, This weekend is shaping up to be beautiful with great weather, stampede activities and Canada Day celebrations. The … Continue reading →

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Tips for Preventing Grass Fires

Posted on April 15, 2015 by admin

Avoid Starting Grass Fires in the Cariboo   It doesn’t take much for a grass fire to develop into a wildfire, and unfortunately, no matter how many times we are educated about grass fire prevention, every summer season, too many … Continue reading →

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More Christmas Tree Fire Safety Ideas

Posted on December 11, 2014 by admin

If you have a real tree, be sure to water it frequently.  The National Fire Protection Association estimates that 240 wintertime fires in the U.S. and Canada start with dry Christmas trees each year. Check light strands to be sure … Continue reading →

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Annual Winter Safety Tips

Posted on November 28, 2014 by admin

Please review the annual tips for winter safety at work, play, and on the roads courtesy of WorkSafeBC.  Be sure to read the section on how to avoid Christmas tree fires.  That is the greatest hazard around the home at … Continue reading →

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