Saturday, October 20, 2012
When it comes to fire, these first responders are not playing around.
- POLICE & FIRE
- Bob Byrne
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Saturday, October 20, 2012
When it comes to fire, the Berwyn Fire Company is not playing with fire. They're using it to demonstrate the dangers many everyday items and activites can pose if you don't know what to watch out for. To make the point, the fire company will host an open house Saturday afternoon from 3-5:30 p.m.. The events include live fire demonstrations with a car, kitchen and model house being set on fire. The open house is part of the National Fire Safety activities going on in communities all over the country this month. One of the themes that will be stressed on Saturday is knowing two ways out of every room in your home in case of fire. A complete rundown of the day's activities, demonstration schedule and important fire safety reminders is …
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Sunday, September 2, 2012
The Berwyn Fire Company hopes you'll take a pledge that could make the difference between life and death.
- POLICE & FIRE
- Bob Byrne
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Sunday, September 2, 2012
September is National Preparedness Month and the Berwyn Fire Company is encouraging everyone to pledge to prepare for emergencies. According to an article posted on the Fire Company's website: This September marks the ninth annual NPM. This year's theme is "Pledge to Prepare - Awareness to Action". FEMA is asking the public -- individuals, business, and organizations -- to take specific action steps by doing at least one of the following: 1. Learn about emergency hazards - including home fires -and their appropriate responses 2. Make a communications plan 3. Build an emergency kit 4. Get involved in preparedness in their community. Prepare for a Fire Emergency In less than 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control and …
Thursday, January 26, 2012
What you don't know or haven't thought about regarding your fireplace could have devastating consequences.
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- Bob Byrne
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
There's nothing quite like the notion of a roaring fireplace on a chilly winter night. The crackling sounds of a fire are the soundtrack for a nearly endless list of movie scenes. The Berwyn Fire Company warns that there are some sounds you never want to hear coming from your fireplace or chimney. "A chimney fire in action can be impressive. It has been described variously as creating a loud cracking and popping noise, dense smoke, and an intense smell. Chimney fires can burn explosively – noisy and dramatic enough to be detected by neighbors or people passing by. Flames or dense smoke may shoot from the top of the chimney. Homeowners report being startled by a low rumbling sound that reminds them of a freight train or a low flying …
