We Want to Hear From You!

Keep Local News Thriving in the San Fernando Valley.

Support the San Fernando Valley Sun Today!

$
$
$

Your contribution is appreciated.

  • News
    • Local
    • National
    • World
    • Valley Sportscape
  • lifestyles
    • Food, Dining and Recipes
    • Health & Family
    • Horoscope
    • Home and Garden
    • Peter’s Garage
  • Opinion
    • Letter to the Editor
    • COMMENTARY
    • Polls
  • Money
  • Calendar
    • Calendar of Events
    • Submit an Event
  • Classifieds
  • Public Notices
    • Register Your DBA
    • Legals & Public Notices
    • Public Notices
  • Obituaries
    • Obituaries
    • Submit an Obituary
  • El Sol
  • Local
  • Mundo
  • Horoscopo
  • Deportes
  • Entretenimiento
  • Photo Galleries
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertise
    • Media Kit
    • Legals
    • Obituary
    • Classifieds
  • Register Your DBA
  • Subscription Services
    • Subscribe to the newsletter
    • Paid Mailed Subscription
  • E-Editions
    • The Sun
    • El Sol
  • Guides and Resources
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • Support Us
Skip to content
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertise
    • Media Kit
    • Legals
    • Obituary
    • Classifieds
  • Register Your DBA
  • Subscription Services
    • Subscribe to the newsletter
    • Paid Mailed Subscription
  • E-Editions
    • The Sun
    • El Sol
  • Guides and Resources
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • Support Us
SF Sun logo

The San Fernando Valley Sun

Your Bilingual Community Newspaper for the Entire San Fernando Valley

El Sol
  • News
    • Local
    • National
    • World
    • Valley Sportscape
  • lifestyles
    • Food, Dining and Recipes
    • Health & Family
    • Horoscope
    • Home and Garden
    • Peter’s Garage
  • Opinion
    • Letter to the Editor
    • COMMENTARY
    • Polls
  • Money
  • Calendar
    • Calendar of Events
    • Submit an Event
  • Classifieds
  • Public Notices
    • Register Your DBA
    • Legals & Public Notices
    • Public Notices
  • Obituaries
    • Obituaries
    • Submit an Obituary
  • El Sol
  • Local
  • Mundo
  • Horoscopo
  • Deportes
  • Entretenimiento
  • Photo Galleries
Posted innews/local

LA County Fire Department Reminds Everyone that Holiday Safety Begins at Home

by SFVS Staff December 15, 2021December 15, 2021

Share this:

  • Twitter
  • Facebook

Between now and New Year’s Day, first responders see an increase in 9-1-1 calls for emergencies related to carbon monoxide alarms and poisoning, electrical fires, and fires caused by unattended candles or through the improper use of space heaters.

On Saturday, Dec. 11, Los Angeles County firefighters and sheriff’s deputies rescued three residents, including a child, after responding to a fire in a Florence area home caused by a space heater.  All three patients were transported to a local area hospital.

This incident serves as a critical reminder about the importance of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors as well as spreading the message of fire prevention at home.

During last year’s holiday season, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) responded to 81 holiday tree-related fires, 11 kitchen fires, and 68 traffic collisions. There were also two fatalities from fires, including one on Christmas Day.

“As we all get ready to ‘deck the halls’ this holiday season, we hope you keep safety in mind,” said interim Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone.

“We want everyone to be safe and enjoy their time together, making happy memories with loved ones.”

Here are some holiday safety tips to prevent fires and injuries at home:

If you have a fresh tree, keep it well-watered and hydrated; dried-out trees become a fire danger.

Latest News

One Big Tow

LA County Reports 46 More COVID-Related Deaths, 2,264 New Cases

CicLAvia Announces 2023 Car-Free Open Streets Schedule 

Últimas Noticias

“Una Locura”: California Lidia con 3ra Masacre en 8 Días

La Comunidad de Monterey Park Expresa Conmoción e Incredulidad por el Reciente Tiroteo Masivo

Horóscopo

EVENTOS Locales – Semana de 26 de enero, 2023 

Do NOT place trees where they will block exits – and make sure trees are at least THREE FEET away from any heat source, like fireplaces, candles, or heaters. Choose ornaments and decorations that are flame-resistant and flame-retardant.

Do NOT overload electrical circuits – and carefully inspect extension cords for any wear-and-tear or fraying. Do NOT run cords across doorways or under rugs.  If you are having problems with blown fuses or circuit breakers, call a licensed electrician to make repairs.

Always turn off your tree lights and extinguish candles before leaving home or going to bed.

Make sure your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are installed and working properly — and that you have a fire extinguisher near you in your kitchen.

Before you and your family go to bed, remember to “Close Before You Doze.” Closing the bedroom door can help save your life by slowing the spread of flames – and prevent heat, smoke, and deadly gases from filling your room.

And lastly, have an emergency plan in place! Create your plan by downloading the Family Instructions for Rapid Escape guide which includes simple steps to ensure your family and home are F.I.R.E.-safe and emphasizes the use of a window as the quickest, safest, and most immediate way out.

For additional holiday safety tips, please visit our website at fire.lacounty.gov.

Related

Tagged: no-byline

RSS Latest News

  • One Big Tow
  • LA County Reports 46 More COVID-Related Deaths, 2,264 New Cases
  • CicLAvia Announces 2023 Car-Free Open Streets Schedule 
  • Monterey Park Community Express Shock, Disbelief from Recent Mass Shooting
  • Fatigue and Despair Build as California Copes With Massacres

SF Sun logo
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • Support Us

About Us

A newspaper of historical dimensions, the San Fernando Sun has been publishing continuously since 1904 reflecting the valley’s historical and cultural development. Today, as in those pioneering days, the weekly San Fernando Sun leads the valley residents with insightful editorial, community involvement and valuable consumer information.

Contact Us

sanfernandosun.com
1150 San Fernando Road Suite 100
San Fernando, CA 91340
Phone: (818) 365-3111
Email: production@sanfernandosun.com

 

© 2023 Your Bilingual Community Newspaper for the Entire San Fernando Valley. Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic
Go to mobile version