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04/02/2026

Good to have a backup plan in case one falls asleep while cooking Easter breakfast! These also have expiration dates, I just changed out ours.

03/08/2026

Don’t forget to turn clocks ahead, also change batteries in smoke/Co detectors and digital thermostats.
And to everyone who complained 4 months ago about falling back and it being dark too early, there, that wasn’t so bad. 😂

03/04/2026

This is why it’s important to check smoke/carbon monoxide alarms and replace them when you’re supposed to! This wasn’t a drill. Carbon monoxide alarms went off this morning, since there was yet another school delay the kids were still home. They were scared of the alarms but knew exactly what to do. Evacuate, get to your spot then call 911. Thanks to fire prevention week in the schools, fire safety night at scouts, us talking about it as a family. Thanks to Beacon Hose Co. No. 1for coming out and checking things out. Harlan got a hat for “helping out”
Like a colleague of mine I worked with would say “never boring”!

02/25/2026

I love these old houses. I also really enjoy history. This home was built in 1750. It’s too bad they are not kept up and are this far gone! This is the second home I’ve inspected which was built in 1750. Another one in Oxford about 2 years ago, built in 1732. Think about when these 3 homes were built, 276 and 294 years ago respectively. As we are celebrating the 250th Birthday of the USA, these homes were built before it was called United States of America. Built while still part of Britain!

02/22/2026

We’ve got our first Blizzard Warning in years! Beacon Hose will be staffed with volunteers for fire and EMS coverage throughout the storm, and Beacon Falls Emergency Management wants to remind everyone of some important tips to ride out the storm safely.

🏡 BEFORE THE STORM
• Prepare now—snow will begin by 4 pm Sunday
• Stock essentials: food, water, medications, baby and pet supplies (at least 72 hours)
• Charge devices: phones, battery packs, medical equipment
• Fuel up: vehicles and generators (use generators outdoors only)
• Check heat sources: safely inspect furnaces, space heaters, and fireplaces
• Know your neighbors: especially seniors or anyone with medical needs

🚗 TRAVEL & TRANSPORTATION
• If you don’t have to drive—don’t
• Avoid travel during heavy snow and icy conditions
• Keep a car emergency kit: blanket, flashlight, shovel, ice scraper, snacks
• Clear snow from roofs, headlights, and tailpipes
• If stranded: stay in your vehicle, run it periodically, keep the exhaust clear

🧤EXTREME COLD SAFETY
• Dress in layers; cover exposed skin
• Watch for frostbite (numbness, pale skin) and hypothermia (confusion, shivering)
• Limit time outdoors—even short exposure can be dangerous
• Bring pets inside; no animal should be left outdoors in extreme cold

🔥 HEATING SAFETY
• Keep space heaters 3 feet from anything flammable
• Never use grills, ovens, or propane heaters indoors
• Ensure smoke & carbon monoxide detectors are working

💡 POWER OUTAGES & HOME SAFETY
• Use flashlights, not candles
• Report outages or downed lines—stay far away from wires
• Keep fridge/freezer doors closed to preserve food
• Open cabinet doors under sinks to help prevent frozen pipes
• Know how to shut off your home’s water if pipes burst

🆘 WHEN TO CALL FOR HELP
• Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies only
• Seek warming centers or shelter if heat is lost and conditions become unsafe
• Check town alerts, local news, and official social media for updates

❤️ LOOK OUT FOR EACH OTHER
• Check on elderly neighbors, those living alone, and families with small children
• Share accurate information—avoid rumors
• A quick knock or phone call can save a life

01/26/2026

❄️ Beware of Snow Accumulation on Your Furnace Vents! ❄️

Earlier tonight Naugatuck firefighters responded to a home with high carbon monoxide levels. The cause was snow covering the furnace air intake. Fortunately the CO detectors on the apartments warned the occupants.

This will block airflow, causing dangerous carbon monoxide buildup, and can even lead to a heating system failure.

👉 Keep vents clear and remove snow promptly to ensure safe and efficient heating. Stay warm and safe this winter! 🔥🏠

12/27/2025

It's really snowing out there! Please do us the following favors:

❄️ DO NOT RUN YOUR SNOWBLOWER INSIDE YOUR GARAGE. There's this really bad thing called carbon monoxide poisoning that happens when exhaust from an engine fills a structure. Run it outside! (This goes for generators if we ever lose power, too.)

🚗 STAY HOME. It's been snowing so hard that the plows can't really keep up. You may think you're a great snow driver, and let's credit your ego and pretend that's true — there are drivers on the road who aren't very good. We don't want to be on Route 8 (or anywhere else) again.

💧 TAKE CARE WHILE SHOVELING. It's important to hydrate, lift with your legs, and take breaks. Check on your older neighbors and family members. If you're using a snowblower, never stick your hand or foot inside the machine (no, not even to clean it out).

🚒 CLEAR YOUR HYDRANTS AND VENTS. When all is said and done, if you have a fire hydrant adjacent to your property, do us a favor and shovel about 3 feet around the hydrant and clear a path to the road. It would save us precious moments in case we need to use it. It's also a good idea to clear any low-placed vents (such as a dryer vents) on the exterior of your home.

We have a standby crew of firefighters and EMTs ready to respond in case of emergency through the duration of the storm. Enjoy the snow!

11/27/2025

11/01/2025

Also check the batteries in your thermostats.

09/02/2025