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Sunday, October 11th, 2009The call came in to LBFD dispatch for a brush fire near the 6900 block of Atlantic Avenue and the Los Angeles river bed at about 7:45pm on 9/10/09. a couple of minutes later it was upgraded from a single response to a full structure response. The first arriving LBFD unit was Rescue 12 and the paramedic […]
Dryer and Washing Machine Safety
Friday, October 9th, 2009Dryers & washing machines Do not operate the dryer without a lint filter. Clean lint filters before or after each use and remove accumulated lint from around the drum. Make sure that the dryer is plugged into an outlet suitable for its electrical needs as overloaded electrical outlets can result in […]
Candle Fire Safety Practices
Thursday, October 8th, 2009Candles Keep candles at least 12 inches from anything that can burn. Use sturdy, safe candleholders. Never leave a burning candle unattended. Extinguish candles when you leave a room. Be careful not to splatter wax when extinguishing a candle. […]
Home Fire Escape Planning
Wednesday, October 7th, 2009Escape planning Draw a home escape plan and discuss it with everyone in your household. Practice the plan night and day with everyone in your home twice a year. Know at least two ways out of every room, if […]
Children and Fire Safety
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009Children and fire Store matches and lighters out of children’s reach and sight, up high, preferably in a locked cabinet. Never use lighters or matches as a source of amusement for children; they may imitate you. If your child expresses curiosity about fire or has […]
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