B-Shift put some donated vehicles to good use this morning during training. Crews spent time working on vehicle stabilization and lifting techniques using our rescue struts and Hydro Fusion system.
Hands-on training like this helps keep our skills sharp and ensures we're ready.
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Pittsboro Fire retweeted
Welcome to #FirePreventionWeek! This year's theme is "Fire won't wait. Plan your escape." Remember to make sure smoke alarms are working and practice your escape plan with the family! For helpful tools for making your escape plan, visit: ncosfm.gov/community-risk-re…
Pittsboro Fire retweeted
Can first responders easily see your house numbers from the road? If not, this is a great weekend project that can save precious minutes during an emergency.
Pittsboro Fire retweeted
#Spring into action today by testing your smoke alarms! If required, replace batteries according to the manufacturer's directions. #SpringForward
Pittsboro Fire retweeted
It’s a fact: if your smoke alarm was manufactured before March 1, 2011 it needs to be replaced! #March1st
Pittsboro Fire retweeted
If you’re having trouble parting with your Christmas tree, here’s a fact to motivate you: 1/3 of U.S. home fires that begin with Christmas trees occur in January. Remove your tree as promptly as possible after the holidays. #WinterFireSafety
Pittsboro Fire retweeted
Stay fire-safe this #HolidaySeason. Turn off or unplug all your holiday lights before leaving your home or going to bed. #WinterFireSafety #Christmas
Christmas Eve Santa will be riding around town with us !! We will start around 10am with help from @PBOPolice . Be listening for the sirens and air horns!!
Pittsboro Fire retweeted
Place space heaters on a solid, flat surface and keep them at lest 3 feet from things that can burn. #WinterFireSafety
Pittsboro Fire retweeted
For instance, when you forget about the popcorn! #FirePrevetionWeek
Keep little ones safe when you’re cooking! Create a “kid free zone” of at least 3 feet around the stove and areas where hot food or drinks are being prepared or carried. #FirePreventionWeek
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