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National Fire Prevention Week Tip of the Day: Halloween Safety Tips

Posted on: October 11, 2017 - 1:00pm

National Fire Prevention Week is October 8th – 14th

Tip of the Day: Halloween Safety 

Children dressed in costumes excitedly running door to door to trick-or-treat, festive decorations like glowing jack-o-lanterns, paper ghosts and dried cornstalks adorning front porches – these are some of the classic hallmarks of Halloween that make the holiday special for kids and adults alike.

Unfortunately, these Halloween symbols and activities can also present lurking fire risks that have the potential to become truly scary. But by planning ahead, you can help make this Halloween a fire-safe one. Taking simple fire safety precautions like keeping decorations far away from open flames and using battery-operated candles or glow-sticks in jack-o-lanterns can help ensure your holiday remains festive and fun! Click for additional Halloween Safety Tips.

 

Announcing Tolland Fire Department’s Annual Open House

On Saturday, October 21st, 2017 Tolland Fire Department will host its Annual Community Open House from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Fire Training Center, 191 Merrow Road (across from Meeting House Commons). 

The Open House will feature displays of the department’s firefighting, rescue and emergency medical equipment.  TFD volunteer firefighters and emergency medical service personnel will be available to explain how various specialized items of equipment, including the Jaws of Life, are used to protect our town.  Many of the department’s trucks and an ambulance will be open to the public, making the event particularly appealing for young children. 

This event offers a convenient opportunity for adult town residents who are interested in volunteering as a firefighter or EMT with the Tolland Fire Department, Inc., to talk with current department members about training with the department and the sense of satisfaction that may be derived from providing a valuable service to their neighbors and the Tolland community.  

As part of its corporate commitment to fire safety, Papa Gino’s Pizza of Vernon will again provide free pizza for those who visit the Open House, starting at noon.  Other light refreshments will be provided throughout the Open House. There will also be a drawing for door prizes at the conclusion of the event. 

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