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Some tips from your friendly local Fire Brigade this Winter:

1.  Dispose of ashes safely:  
-  Put them into a steel bucket when safe to do so (they can stay hot for days).
-  Put heaps of water onto them.
-  Stir it to really mix the water into it.  If you don't, the water can settle on the top and form a crust, not affecting the ash underneath at all.
-  Leave it for a few days.
-  Can put it on your garden.

2.  Avoid chimney fires
-  Make sure your chimney is checked and cleaned regularly
-  Don't use damp/wet wood, as it smokes more, causing more buildup in the chimney.  

3.  Check your smoke alarms! 
-  No harm in testing every month.
-  Give them a vacuum through to remove dust.
-  Get a 10 year photoelectric alarm.

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  • THE CREW
    • Past
  • CALLOUTS
    • 2012-2017
  • FAQ
  • Fire Safety
    • Smoke Alarms
    • Escape Plans
    • Winter
  • MULTIMEDIA
    • Video
    • Photo Archive
  • Employers
  • History
  • In The Media
  • JOIN
  • Contact