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Kearney Community Survey
Please find below information and a link to the new (short) Kearney Community Survey. This survey was developed in cooperation with the city, fire district, and school district. The survey will help these organizations develop a better understanding of the best characteristics that we identify as being what the Kearney Community is all about (branding). The outcome of the survey will not only benefit the above mentioned organizations but also the area development council, chamber, senior center, enrichment council and many others. Click here to take survey!
Firefighter I & II Course
The Kearney Fire and Rescue Protection District will host a Firefighter I & II course starting January 2012. (Estimated completion June 2012) Click here to register and for more information.
Heating Fire Safety
Each winter the high cost of home heating fuels and utilities causes many Americans to search for alternate sources of home heating. The use of wood burning stoves is growing and space heaters are selling rapidly. Fireplaces are burning wood and man-made logs. All these methods of heating may be acceptable. They are however, a major contributing factor in home fires. Read full article
Fire Escape Plans
In the event of a fire, remember that every second counts, so you and your family must always be prepared. Escape plans help you get out of your home quickly. In less than 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for a house to fill with thick black smoke and become engulfed in flames. Read full article
Christmas Season Safety Tips
The Heart of America Fire Chiefs would like to remind consumers that this holiday season should be merry and bright, not dangerous. Avoiding hazards such as dried out Christmas trees, unsafe lights and unattended burning candles could prevent thousands of injuries. Read full article
Christmas Tree Safety Tips
For many people, picking out a cut tree and decorating it is a favorite part of the holiday. A real tree can add to the spirit of Christmas by filling your home with beauty and the scent of pine. But a real tree can also pose a fire hazard. Read full article
Winter Safety Tips
December, January and February are the leading months for home fires in the United States. On average, more than one-third of home fire deaths occur during winter months. Most home heating fires are caused by human error and can be prevented. The Heart of America Metro Fire Chiefs Council encourages you to review the following guidelines. Read full article
Space Heaters
According to the National Fire Protection Association, space heaters are the leading cause of home fires during December, January and February. When used improperly, space heaters that are gas-fueled, kerosene-fueled, or electric, fixed or portable, wood stoves and fireplaces all can lead to serious injury or death. Read full article
Snow Removal Safety
You try to shovel heavy wet snow on your own sidewalk to keep passers-by from slipping and falling...only to suffer severe chest pains and then...just like that...you pass out in the snow unconscious. And without first-aid help, you could end up dead. It is true that this winter task in some people can cause enough vasoconstriction and heart strain to cause cardiac arrest, especially on very cold days. The best bet if you have to shovel snow is to avoid or reduce the risk of this cardiovascular after-effect which can have deadly results, so here are some tips to keep a possible heart attack "impossible" when shoveling snow. Read full article
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly gas that is difficult to detect because it is odorless and invisible. As a result, it is known as "the silent killer." According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), this poisonous gas kills nearly 300 people in their homes each year. Read full article
Prevent Frostbite
Because frostbite can lead to such serious consequences, prevention is important. If you're planning outdoor activities, check weather forecasts frequently and heed warnings about cold temperatures and possible storms that might strand you in dangerous conditions. Avoid risky situations -- such as hikes or camping trips in cold weather -- that may be beyond your experience level. It's also wise to consult with local park rangers about the weather, terrain, avalanche danger, and other conditions that may interfere with your ability to obtain shelter or emergency help. Read full article
Hazardous Winter Weather
With the possibility of upcoming weather that may produce icy conditions, the Heart of America Metro Fire Chiefs Council would like to remind everyone of the fire hazards severe weather brings including downed power lines and possible power outages. Read full article
Focus on Fire Safety: Holiday Cooking
Cooking fires continue to be the most common type of fires experienced by U.S. households. This is even more apparent during the holidays. There is an increased incidence of cooking fires on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, and Christmas Day. Cooking fires are also the leading cause of fire injuries in homes. These fires are preventable by simply being more attentive to the use of cooking materials and equipment. Don't become a cooking fire casualty. Learn the facts about cooking fire safety today!
Protect Your Family from Fire
Fires can strike anywhere - in buildings, automobiles, and the outdoors - but fires that affect our homes are often the most tragic and the most preventable. Over 75% percent of all fire fatalities occur in home fires. Read full article
CPSC Completes Final Studies to Help Affected Homeowners Remediate Problem Drywall
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today released updated remediation (pdf) guidance for homeowners with problem drywall. The guidance calls for the replacement of all: problem drywall; smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms; electrical distribution components, including receptacles, switches and circuit breakers, but not necessarily wiring; and fusible-type fire sprinkler heads. Read full article
Campus Fire Safety
Each year college and university students, on- and off-campus, experience hundreds of fire-related emergencies nationwide. There are several specific causes for fires on college campuses, including cooking, intentionally set fires, and open flame. Overall, most college-related fires are due to a general lack of knowledge about fire safety and prevention. Read full article
Kearney's First New Pumper Returns Home
The City of Kearney purchased it's first new fire truck in 1967 which supported the 1957 Ford pumper 102 and was used primarily for city fires. The truck was initially called 104, and later changed to Eng 3. In December of 1997 the 1967 Chevrolet Central Fire Truck was donated to the Stet Volunteer Fire Department. Read full article
2011 Update on Bond Fund Expenditures
The Kearney Fire and Rescue Protection District would like to provide an update on the bond funds that were approved in April of 2010. Click here for details.
Focus on Fire Safety: People with Disabilities
Each year an estimated 2,655 deaths and 13,025 injuries occur as the result of residential building fires. The risk of death or injury from fire is even greater for people with physical, mental, or sensory disabilities. Declining mobility, health, sight, and hearing may limit a person's ability to take the quick action necessary to escape during a fire emergency. Read full article
Focus on Fire Safety: Electrical Fire Safety
Electrical fires are pervasive throughout the United States, causing injury, claiming lives, and resulting in large losses of property. Most electrical fires result from problems with faulty electrical outlets and old wiring. Problems with extension/appliance cords and plugs also cause many home... Read full article
Focus on Fire Safety: Children
Focus on Fire Safety: Children Did you know that 50 percent of child fire deaths affect those under the age of 5? Escaping from a fire can be difficult for very young children because they generally lack the motor skills and mental capabilities needed to quickly escape a burning building. The U... Read full article
Focus on Fire Safety: Smoking
From U.S. Fire Administration WebsiteFocus on Fire Safety: SmokingEvery year, almost 1,000 smokers and non-smokers are killed in home fires caused by cigarettes and other smoking materials. Fires caused by cigarettes and other smoking materials are preventable. You can make a difference!... Read full article
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