#Prepare a disaster supply kit: Include a basic first aid kit. Learn first aid and add a first aid instruction book, personal medications, insect repellant, and sunblock. Include all 12 areas of preparedness. #GetAKit with Be Ready #Utah here: ow.ly/Vaq230h5r69

Fire safety for older adults is vital. It's important to provide proper tips on how to prepare for a home fire. We have free tools available that your organization can share with older adults who may not have access to safety resources. usfa.fema.gov/downloads/fire… Meals on Wheels

Older adults have a 2.6 times greater risk of dying in a fire than the U.S. population as a whole. If you are a caregiver or family member of an older adult, check their smoke alarms and discuss a fire escape plan based on their abilities. usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/…

#EastMyton and #NorthRiver fire locations. utahfireinfo.gov #ffslkw

#Springcleaning fire safety tips for the basement: ✅Keep oily rags in airtight containers & away from heat sources. ✅Washers & dryers should be plugged directly into wall outlets. ✅Keep stairs free of clutter and safe for a quick exit in an emergency.

Sparky Spies Spring! Can you? Be a detective and see how many of these items you can find outside 🌳 🐦 bit.ly/3mpGLj4 #Spring

More than 1/2 of child fire deaths are among children age 4 or younger - making them an important audience for fire prevention & education. That’s why we collaborated with Sesame Workshop on the Sesame Street Fire Safety Program for preschool kids. usfa.fema.gov/prevention/out…

🔥🚨Record breaking #drought levels and higher than average water surface temperatures are stacking the deck for a difficult #fire season ahead. Get #prepared now by assembling an emergency kit with items you’ll need in the event of a #wildfire evacuation!

May is National Wildfire Awareness Month. Increase awareness in your community about wildfire and outdoor fire safety. Access hundreds of free fire safety resources. #wildfireawarenessmonth #FIEF #wildfires usfa.fema.gov/wui/outreach/

EMS Week 2021 is May 16-22. Each weekday of #EMSweek a topic area is highlighted to increase awareness about job resources for providers or to recognize service. Join us in saluting EMS providers around the nation! usfa.fema.gov/ems/ems-week.h…

Here's a great tip to help keep your home and family safe from electrical fires: bit.ly/2KKqyGB #NESM #electricalsafety #homesafety

Apply today at: Duchesne City Office, 500 East Main, Duchesne Utah #Duchesnefire #makeadifferencedfd

PR: Trunk-or-Treat Duchesne Fire Department at the Trunk-or-Treat event 10/30/2021, held at the Duchesne County Centennial Events Center, Duchesne Utah. Thanks to all that stopped to see us. Happy Halloween!

There are few things more satisfying than cooking a good meal for the people we love. Make safety a priority in your kitchen at #Thanksgiving and all year long. #HolidayFireSafety

If you missed our post last week, NFPA joins US Consumer Product Safety Commission to demonstrate the dangers of turkey fryers in a live burn. This #Thanksgiving, we strongly discourage the use of turkey fryers. Please share and tell a friend. Stay safe this holiday.

#duchesnefirelife

Your tree gets thirsty too! Make sure to give it its daily drink of water. #HolidayFireSafety #WinterFireSafety

See how quickly a dried out Christmas tree fire burns. Water every day! #WinterFireSafety #Christmastreesafety

No matter how safe you think it is, never leave a candle unattended. Have a small space where you’d like to add candlelight? Battery operated, flameless candles are a safe option. #HolidayFireSafety #WinterFireSafety

#DYK 1 in every 7 home fires involves heating equipment? As you stay cozy this winter, stay fire smart and have your chimney inspected annually and keep ashes away from your home. #winterfiresafety