The Central Coventry Fire District is dedicated to the safety of everyone in our community.
Prevention
Carefully inspect the areas of your home that are most prone to fire: the kitchen, electric appliances and wiring, and the heating system. Look for other hot spots throughout the home - such as flammable items near heat sources, frayed or worn cords or poor ventilation sources.
Install and maintain smoke alarms throughout your home.
Keep ABC type fire extinguishers in your kitchen and garage.
Do not run your clothes dryer when you are not home.
Do not leave cooking unattended.
Do not overload electrical outlets.
Smoke Detectors & Alarms
Smoke alarms save lives. Smoke alarms that are properly installed and maintained play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries. If there is a fire in your home, smoke spreads fast and you need smoke alarms to give you time to get out.
Fire Extinguishers
A portable fire extinguisher can save lives and property by putting out a small fire or containing it until the fire department arrives; but portable extinguishers have limitations. Because fire grows and spreads so rapidly, the #1 priority for residents is to get out safely.
Fire extinguishers are one element of a fire response plan, but the primary element is safe escape. Every household should have a home fire escape plan and working smoke alarms.
Fire extinguishers are helpful for immediate use on small fires. Consider providing a checklist to help people prepare for using a fire extinguisher on a potential fire.
When operating a fire extinguisher, remember the word PASS:
Pull the pin. Hold the extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you and release the locking mechanism.
Aim low. Point the extinguisher at the base of the fire.
Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly.
Sweep the nozzle from side-to- side.
Fire Sprinklers
Fire sprinklers increase your chances of surviving a fire by more than 82% and decrease fire damage by up to 97%.