Hot Pets? Not Cool!
Remember, 5-10 minutes is all it takes for heatstroke to be fatal for your pet! Don't leave your pets in the car in warm weather!
Walk This Way!
Use Your Crosswalks!
With school starting soon, we want to remind everyone in our district, especially our students, to look left, look right before you cross the street!
Slow Down in Our Town!
Slow Down in Our Town!
With school starting for many of our young residents, we want to remind all of our drivers to control your speed and to keep an eye on the crosswalks in town!
Balance: If You Don't USE It, You Can LOSE It!
Balance: if you don't USE it, you can LOSE it!
September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month. Elizabeth Fire responds to many medical calls a year involving falls. One of the best ways to prevent falls is to practice balance. In the attached photo, our crews demonstrate several helpful exercises to help you practice balance daily.
Don't Risk a Fall! Use Ladders Properly!
Don't Risk a Fall! Use Ladders Properly!
September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month. Here are some tips for staying safe while on a ladder:
- Use the right ladder for the job.
- Never lean or reach away from the ladder.
- Inspect your ladder before use to ensure nothing is broken.
- Set up the ladder correctly.
- Climb and descend the ladder carefully.
- Have a spotter.
- Be safe and use common sense!
A fall can happen to anyone, but prevention is the key to staying safe!