CaliforniaVolunteers is providing a useful web page with a list of ways the public can help in the state’s response to the wildfires. The site, www.californiavolunteers.org/index.php/Disaster_Volunteering/detail2/, offers this short overview:
Due to dangerous wildfire conditions, please do not travel to the areas affected by the fires without explicit instructions from a qualified emergency response organization. In [...]
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For Fire Response, CaliforniaVolunteers Website Offers Guidance To Public Interested In Contributing $, In-Kind, Or Time
September 2nd, 2009 · No Comments
Tags: Fire Safety · State Preparedness · Volunteer Opportunities · Volunteering
July 4th Advice From U.S. Fire Administration: “Leave The Lighting To The Professionals”
July 4th, 2009 · 1 Comment
On July 4th, some tips on fireworks safety from the U.S. Fire Administration:
*The best way to protect your family is not to use any fireworks at home – period. Attend public fireworks displays and leave the lighting to the professionals.
*Kids should never play with fireworks. Sparklers can reach 1,800° Fahrenheit (982° Celsius) – hot enough [...]
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Red Cross/National Fire Protection Association Survey Indicates Economic Concerns Could Increase Number Of Home Fires
October 5th, 2008 · No Comments
The American Red Cross and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) have just released results of a survey showing a majority (79%) of Americans are concerned about the rising cost of heating their homes, and may use an alternative heating source to reduce their bills this winter. That, according to the Red Cross and NFPA, could [...]
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