Established 1976

Fleetwood
Fire & Rescue

We are a Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department serving the citizens of Ashe County, North Carolina in the Fleetwood fire district.

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Holiday Cooking Safety Tips

Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling or broiling food. Turn off the stove if you leave the kitchen for even a short period.

Wear short, close-fitting or tightly rolled sleeves when cooking.

Position barbecue grills at least 10 feet away from siding and deck railings, and out from under eaves and overhanging branches.

Keep a fire extinguisher available.

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Holiday Safety

Turn off holiday lights at night or when you leave the house.

Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections.

Keep candles at least 12 inches away from flammable materials or consider using flameless candles.

Water your Christmas tree daily and don’t let it dry out. A dry tree is more flammable.

Make sure your tree is at least three feet away from any heat source, like fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents or lights, and not blocking an exit.

Don’t overload extension cords and outlets.

For preparedness tips and information, check out National Preparedness Month at Ready.gov

Heat Source Safety

Fireplaces and Woodstoves

Inspect and clean woodstove pipes and chimneys annually and check monthly for damage or obstructions.

Use a fireplace screen heavy enough to stop rolling logs and big enough to cover the entire opening of the fireplace to catch flying sparks.

Make sure the fire is completely out before leaving the house or going to bed.

Portable Space Heaters

Keep combustible objects at least three feet away from portable heating devices.

Only buy heaters evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

Check to make sure the portable heater has a thermostat control mechanism and will switch off automatically if the heater falls over.

Only use crystal clear K-1 kerosene in kerosene heaters. Never overfill it. Use the heater in a well-ventilated room away from curtains and other flammable items.

For preparedness tips and information, check out National Preparedness Month at Ready.gov

Happy Holidays from our families to your family.

Stay Safe During Winter Weather

Be Preparing for Winter Weather

Prepare your home to keep out the cold with insulation, caulking and weather stripping. Learn how to keep pipes from freezing. Install and test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors with battery backups. Gather supplies in case you need to stay home for several days without power. Keep in mind each person’s specific needs, including medication. Remember the needs of your pets. Have extra batteries for radios and flashlights. If you are unable to afford your heating costs, weatherization or energy-related home repairs, contact the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for help.

Stay off roads if at all possible. If trapped in your car, then stay inside.

Limit your time outside. If you need to go outside, then wear layers of warm clothing. Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia.

Reduce the risk of a heart attack by avoiding overexertion when shoveling snow and walking in the snow.

For preparedness tips and information, check out National Preparedness Month at Ready.gov