Show Low Fire Department

Show Low Fire Information Corner

admin — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:12:23 +0000

by Brent Mix Captain and Public Information Officer

Happy New Year to all the residents and visitors of the White Mountains! During these cold winter months in the White Mountain area, there is a few things that we may want to think about having with us, if we find ourselves driving this winter.

Its a good idea to keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle. Having essential supplies can provide you and your passengers some extra safety and comfort while traveling this winter.

Recommended items include:

Ice scraper / snow brush
Shovel
Sand or other traction aid
Tow rope or chain
Jumper cables
Road flares / reflectors / or warning lights
Flashlight and batteries
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Tool kit
Extra clothing and footwear
Blanket
Non-perishable energy foods (chocolate or granola bars, juice, soup, bottled water)
Candle and a small tin can
Matches

Remember to be Road-Ready and Weather-Wise

Make sure your vehicle is winter ready & keep your winter survival kit in your vehicle.
Listen to the radio for road and weather updates and check updates before leaving.
Plan extra travel time to get to your destination and consider delaying your trip in bad weather.
Notify a friend or family member of your destination and your estimated time of arrival.
Watch for flashing lights of emergency vehicles and snow removal vehicles.
Remember, never pass a snow plow! Slow down, stay back and be patient.
Move over for emergency vehicles.

These are just a few safety tips for your winter travels and are not meant to be all inclusive. From all of us at Show Low Fire, we urge you to Be Safe, Love much and Laugh often.

Fire safety tips to ensure merry and happy holiday

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:41:00 +0000

Fire safety tips to ensure merry and happy holiday

By: Captain Brent Mix , Public Information Officer

Christmas time is upon us, where has this year gone? The Show Low Fire Department would like to share a few safety tips with all of the White Mountain residents, this holiday season.

A real tree should not lose green needles when you tap it on the ground.

Cut one inch off the trunk to help absorb water.
Leave the tree outside until ready to decorate.
The tree stand should hold at least 1 gallon of water. A six foot tree will use one gallon of water every two days.
Mix a commercial preservative with the water.
Check the water level every day.
Secure the tree to the wall, to prevent tipping.
Keep the tree away from floor heaters, fire places or other heat sources.
Use only UL-listed lights and no more than three strands linked together.
Use miniature lights, which are cooler than bigger older bulbs.
Turn off Christmas lights when you sleep or if you leave your home for very long.
Never use candles on real or fake trees.
Dispose of the tree properly.

The holiday season is typically regarded as extending from late November to early January and includes Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanza and New Year’s Day. Using the latest three years of data, the yearly estimated fire loss for Dec. 24-26 is estimated at over $80 million. Each year, these losses result from an estimated 11,600 fires that required a fire department response. These fires cause an annual average of approximately 250 injuries and 40 fatalities.

From all of us, at Show Low Fire. Have a safe and happy holiday season.

Welcome!

admin — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:12:51 +0000

The Show Low Fire Department, nestled in the beautiful White Mountains in northeastern Arizona, provides a range of services to our rapidly growing community, including: paramedic engines, fire suppression, a regional Haz-Mat team, ARFF (airport rescue fire fighting), wildland fire fighting, fuel mitigation, fleet support and fire prevention.

The Show Low Fire Department is dedicated to the protection of lives and property through ability, integrity and excellence.