Christmas Fire Safety Appeal Launched In Clare
09.12.2011 17:13:41 - With just over two weeks to go until Christmas, Clare County Fire and Rescue Service is reminding householders of the basics of fire safety in the home.
(live-PR.com) - The Fire Rescue Service was mobilised to 118 incidents, including 65 fires, during the Christmas period in 2010. 42 of the call outs related to chimney fires while firefighters also attended 7 house fires. The winter 2010 call out figures were significantly less than those recorded during the corresponding period in 2009, when the Fire Service was mobilised to 135
figures.
Mayor of Clare Councillor Pat Hayes urged members of the public to familiarise themselves with the fire safety advice, which may be viewed on the Clare County Council website at www.clarecoco.ie.
Mayor Hayes added: “It is important that the public remains alert to the fire dangers that exist at their homes. The main causes of fire during the festive season are candles left unprotected, fairylights left on all night or improperly wired, Christmas trees falling over, open fires without fireguards, and decorations catching fire.”
According to Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Denis O'Connell: “Open fires are used for longer periods during the Christmas period as people spend a lot more time at home. Electrical items and extension leads are used more. Add in flammable decorations, candles and alcohol and it becomes apparent that the risks increase during the festive season.”
Adrian Kelly, Chief Fire Officer said: “Clare County Fire and Rescue Service wishes everyone a safe Christmas and a happy New Year. We wish to remind members of the public to brief themselves with our safety tips to ensure that their holidays are not ruined by fire incidents.”
- Install a smoke alarm and check it weekly
- Always use a proper candleholder and make sure the candle fits firmly inside it. Leave plenty of space above and around the candle and candleholder
- Keep candles away from curtains, Christmas cards and anything that can catch fire
- Never leave candles unattended or go to sleep when they are alight
- Make sure your Christmas Tree has a good base or is attached to the wall. Remember that trees dry out and make very good fuel to start a fire.
- Be careful with any decorations placed near the fireplace
- Visit any elderly neighbours. Smoke alarms make good presents – they are for life…saving life
Meanwhile, Shannon-based Ei Electronics is supporting a call by the Chief Fire Officers Association (CFOA) for greater fire safety awareness, by donating smoke alarms to the value of €100,000 to the 34 Local Authorities Fire Brigades throughout Ireland.
Clare County Fire and Rescue Service has received 100 optical smoke alarms, which are being distributed to households that do not have smoke alarms installed.
For further information and Fire Safety advice contact the Fire and Building Control Section at 065 6846302.
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Mayor of Clare Councillor Pat Hayes urged members of the public to familiarise themselves with the fire safety advice, which may be viewed on the Clare County Council website at www.clarecoco.ie.
Mayor Hayes added: “It is important that the public remains alert to the fire dangers that exist at their homes. The main causes of fire during the festive season are candles left unprotected, fairylights left on all night or improperly wired, Christmas trees falling over, open fires without fireguards, and decorations catching fire.”
According to Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Denis O'Connell: “Open fires are used for longer periods during the Christmas period as people spend a lot more time at home. Electrical items and extension leads are used more. Add in flammable decorations, candles and alcohol and it becomes apparent that the risks increase during the festive season.”
Adrian Kelly, Chief Fire Officer said: “Clare County Fire and Rescue Service wishes everyone a safe Christmas and a happy New Year. We wish to remind members of the public to brief themselves with our safety tips to ensure that their holidays are not ruined by fire incidents.”
- Install a smoke alarm and check it weekly
- Always use a proper candleholder and make sure the candle fits firmly inside it. Leave plenty of space above and around the candle and candleholder
- Keep candles away from curtains, Christmas cards and anything that can catch fire
- Never leave candles unattended or go to sleep when they are alight
- Make sure your Christmas Tree has a good base or is attached to the wall. Remember that trees dry out and make very good fuel to start a fire.
- Be careful with any decorations placed near the fireplace
- Visit any elderly neighbours. Smoke alarms make good presents – they are for life…saving life
Meanwhile, Shannon-based Ei Electronics is supporting a call by the Chief Fire Officers Association (CFOA) for greater fire safety awareness, by donating smoke alarms to the value of €100,000 to the 34 Local Authorities Fire Brigades throughout Ireland.
Clare County Fire and Rescue Service has received 100 optical smoke alarms, which are being distributed to households that do not have smoke alarms installed.
For further information and Fire Safety advice contact the Fire and Building Control Section at 065 6846302.
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