FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, August 18, 2008
The Stockton Fire Department Urges Residents to “Prevent Home Fires”
(Stockton, CA) – A pot holder too close to a lit burner or a space heater left on overnight could be all it takes to start a home fire. In fact, cooking and heating are among the leading causes of home fires in the United States, according to the non-profit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
That’s why Stockton Fire Department is teaming up with NFPA, October 5 through 11, 2008, to urge residents to educate and remind all family members about how to “Prevent Home Fires.” This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign focuses on preventing all the leading causes of home fires – cooking, heating and electrical equipment, and smoking materials.
On Saturday October 11, 2008, the Stockton Fire Department and Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse will present the 6th annual “Family Fire Safety Fest 2008.” The festival will be held at the Weber Point Events Center in downtown Stockton. The goal is to educate the public about the importance of fire safety. This event is free and open to the public.
The festival will feature interactive fire safety education booths, games, food, prizes multiple fire apparatus displays, Jaws of Life and Water Rescue demonstrations. Everyone is encouraged to participate.
For additional information regarding the Family Fire Safety Fest, contact Danielle Neilson, Stockton Fire Department Public Education Specialist, at (209) 937-8338.
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