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Today's Safety Tip:

Be Prepared for Safe Winter Driving

See and be seen:

Clear all windows, wipers and the roof of your vehicle of snow and ice before you start driving;

Clear headlights and taillights so others may see you and;

If you have your windshield wipers on, turn your headlights on, it's the law!

This tip brought to you by the New York State Department of Transportation

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PUT A FREEZE ON WINTER FIRES | 12/13/2011

Winter Fire Safety Tips

The USFA and NFPA recommend following these safety tips to prevent winter home fires:

Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period, turn off the stove.

Space heaters need space; keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from each heater.

Check electrical cords often and replace cracked or damaged electrical or extension cords. Do not try to repair them.

Never use your oven or stovetop to heat your home. They are not designed for this purpose and can be a fire hazard. In addition, carbon monoxide (CO) gas might kill people and pets.

Do not put your live Christmas tree up too early or leave it up for longer than two weeks. Keep the tree stand filled with water at all times.

Avoid using lighted candles. If you must use candles, place them in sturdy candleholders that won't burn.

If you smoke, use only fire-safe cigarettes and smoke outside.

Winter fires are preventable. Everyone should find outt what they need to know to prevent a tragedy and have a safe winter season.

For more information about the causes of winter fires, winter storm fire safety, holiday fire safety, and tips that will help prevent the incidence of fire in the home, visit the USFA website at www.usfa.fema.gov/winter and the NFPA website at www.nfpa.org/winter

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