Do you have a working CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM in your home or business? We really need to share this info as very recent alarm we responded to had a positive outcome because they had a Carbon Monoxide alarm. In general, a power outage related to recent storms led to a homeowner powering their house with a generator. Unknowingly, a problem occurred where nearby exhaust from the generator leaked into the home in a significant way that could have caused harm or worse, death if unchecked. If it weren’t for a working carbon monoxide alarm, the outcome could have been dire. The warning sounded and the occupants were able to exit the house safely until the we could arrive.

We hope to remind you of the importance of working fire and carbon monoxide alarms for your home or business. And if you have one, test it regularly to ensure good batteries will operate the unit when needed. Ensuring the devices are in all critical locations to be effective, especially near heating appliances, kitchens, and near sleeping areas.

Here is some information about Carbon Monoxide and why it is known as the Invisible Killer. Learn more now! It might save your life or someone you love.

Stay Safe!

WPFD is working an injury accident near 800 Stewart Road. Please be prepared to wait or detour around crews working in the road and trying to move the vehicle.

From the remnants of Hurricane Beryl, WPFD Crews worked in the storms aftermath to gain emergency access to any of the roads in our district. We do this so that if an emergency occurs that we can get our fire trucks and personnel to the next call. It is often that we think about the next call. Getting our gear ready, getting our people ready, and ensuring we are ready to go. So, even when things get quite stormy and we get soaking wet (Josh here is soaking wet like we all were in this storm) we make sure the road is open enough to get us to the next call. We are not landscapers or road crews with heavy timber equipment. We get the road open enough to ensure we can get through and that someone traveling hopefully won’t strike the tree with their vehicle. This is just one of the many things we do in our community. Have you got what it takes? Give us a call or visit your local firehouse. Lets talk. #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors.

It is that time of year where folks set things on fire for fun and festive celebrations. We hope you have a great time celebrating our freedom with family and friends. Please remember to stay a safe distance from fireworks and only light them in areas that are safe and keep kids away from the more dangerous devices. Have a safe holiday!