Plainfield Fire Department Urges Winter Fire Safety
Tips for keeping your home and family safe during the cold months.
Editor's note: The following is a press release issued by the Plainfield Fire Protection District: With the fall season here and winter on the way, the Plainfield Fire Protection District has some winter fire safety tips for you to help prevent a home fire from heating sources. Have your furnace inspected annually by a qualified contractor. If you have a wood stove or fireplace, the chimney should be inspected and cleaned annually before using it. Never use flammable liquids to start a fire. Keep a glass or metal screen in front of the fireplace to contain embers and sparks. Keep all combustible materials at least 3 feet from your fireplace or wood stove. Always make sure your fireplace is out before leaving your home or going to …
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