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Fire Safety in Cool Summer Temperatures As cool and damp weather continue to dominate this summer’s forecast, East Gwillimbury Emergency Services Department is urging residents to use caution with heating appliances to prevent fires and related injuries at home or at the cottage. With plans for a holiday getaway to the cottage or trailer, residents need to pay close attention to the potential fire hazards related to the use of fuel burning appliances especially space heaters and fireplaces. For early warning of an emergency, particular attention must be paid to ensure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are in good working order. “With low temperatures this summer, Ontarians often need to turn on the heat to stay warm at night. Make sure all heating appliances and chimney have been inspected. Blocked chimneys can result in build-up of deadly carbon monoxide gases and must be clear to be in proper working order.” 26 The Bulletin | MAY 2010 Important fire safety tips for the cool summer include: • Burn dry, well-seasoned wood in fireplaces and woodstoves to reduce the risk of excessive creosote build-up in chimneys. • Allow ashes from your woodstove or fireplace to cool before emptying them into a metal container with a tightfitting lid. Keep the container outside. • Watch for smoke coming into the room. This could indicate a blockage in the chimney or a faulty damper control mechanism. Chimneys and stovepipes should be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them free from accumulations of combustible deposits. A qualified contractor should inspect them annually. • Ensure smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms are installed and working in cottages, cabins and seasonal dwellings. East Gwillimbury Emergency Services reminds everyone that the Ontario Fire Code requires smoke alarms be installed on every storey of your home and outside all sleeping areas, this includes cottages, cabins and recreational vehicles. Failure to comply with this law can result in a ticket for $235 or a fine of up to $50,000. For more information contact Brad Morissey, Fire Prevention Officer at 905-853-8842, Ext. 1102
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