During November, the Garrison Volunteer Fire Company was the host for Putnam and Northern Westchester counties for the 21-hour New York State Fire Police course.
Seven members of the Garrison Volunteer Fire Department participated in the classes held in the training classroom at the Garrison Fire Station
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Breakfast with Santa at GVFC
On Saturday morning the Garrison Fire Company once again played host to the community at the annual Breakfast with Santa.
"This event was a great time and another opportunity for our members to meet the families they serve," said Company president Jamie Copeland.
"We had two seatings for breakfast and the children had ample knee time with Santa.
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Holiday Safety Advice
State Fire Administrator Floyd A. Madison today reminded New Yorkers of the increased fire risk during the holiday season because of the improper installation and practices of using decorations around the home.
“Most fires occur because of human error,” Madison said. “Every year during the holidays we unfortunately see an increase in candle-related fires that are simply preventable. Candles add a distinctive aura to this festive
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Snow Increases Carbon Monoxide Hazard
The New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC) today issued a Safety Alert advising homeowners and businesses throughout New York State that heavy snowfall and drifting snow may create a new hazard: carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, dangerous gas, commonly known as CO.
State Fire Administrator Floyd A. Madison said that with the recent onslaught of lake-effect
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Fireplace and Home Fire Safety
More than one-third of Americans use fireplaces, wood stoves and other fuel-fired appliances as primary heat sources in their homes. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the fire risks when heating with wood and solid fuels.
Heating fires account for 36% of residential home fires in rural areas every year.
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