Spring Fire Safety Newsletter

Town of Waterford 
Fire Prevention Newsletter 
www.waterfordct.org/fire-services 
 
 
Spring 2023 
Spring Ahead 
 Sunday, March 12 
Change your clocks and smoke detector batteries! 
 
 
 
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Position seating at a reasonable distance from the fire, and always keep   
children and pets at least 3 feet away. 
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Before lighting a fire, check wind direction and any flammable materials  
nearby. Keep hose or water bucket close by. 
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Do not use lighter fluid to start a fire. Use kindling or a starter log.  
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Never leave a fire unattended. Do not throw garbage in the fire or use soft, 
fresh wood like pine. All of these can pop and throw sparks.  
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Fully extinguish fires when you leave. Use water or follow the fire pit      
instructions. Dispose properly of ashes, using a dedicated metal            
container. Avoid fires during times of heightened wildfire risk . 
The dedicated members of the Waterford Fire Department strive to    
provide reliable emergency services, public education and awareness 
for all who live, work or visit Waterford.  
Fire Pit  
Safety