Help Put a Freeze on Winter Fires
Did You know that home fires occur more in the winter months than any other season with heating equipment involved in 1 of every 6 reported home fires and 1 in every 5 home fire deaths? […]
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Cold Weather Tip – Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
With the colder mornings upon us in Yakima, Carbon Monoxide becomes more of an issue since your doors and windows are shut to stay warm. Unfortunately 150+ people die on average each year from consumer product-related carbon monoxide. Knowledge and awareness are the keys to protecting your family. Safety Tips Have your home heating systems (including […]
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Yakima Fire Department supports Camp Prime Time efforts with a raffle.
The Yakima Fire Department is holding a raffle for your choice of 1 of the 3 pedal cars seen here. The tickets are $1.00 each and are available upstairs in the Administration Office of Fire Station 91. ALL proceds go to benefit Camp Prime Time. For more information on Camp Prime Time, go to their […]
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October Safety Tip – Cooking Fires
Keep your kids safe by having a three foot safe zone around your stove when cooking. Here is a question for you: What is the leading cause of kitchen fires? Favorite TV Show? Pouring a glass of soda? Leaving the stove when there is food cooking? Posting photos on Facebook? Click on the flyer for […]
The 21st Annual Yakima Fire Department Spaghetti Feed is October 7th
The 21st Annual Spaghetti Feed will be held at Fire Station 91 from 4:00PM to 7:30PM. Come down and join us for some good food and help us support the Washington State Council of Firefighters Burn Foundation See the flyer for more information […]
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HEAT WARNING for your pets
With record heat in the forecast, we are posting information this week to help you understand the risks and the potential for serious injury, even death caused by these high temperatures. TODAY’S HEAT MESSAGE – PETS People love their pets, as much as children but some will not hesitate to leave their pet in the […]
B-Shift crews respond to a Natural Gas Leak on Nob Hill…Closes the road for two hours
What should you do in an earthquake ?
Washington is earthquake country. When the ground starts to shake, “Drop, Cover and Hold.” Drop, cover and hold When you feel an earthquake, DROP and COVER under a desk or sturdy table. Stay away from windows and objects like bookcases that could fall. HOLD on to the desk or table. If it moves, move with […]
What do I do when I am ordered to “Shelter In Place” during a natural or man made disaster?
There are times when an incident produces smoke or leaks or even fire that it is safer for you to stay inside your residence or office. Sometimes you may hear authorities say please stay inside your residence, or office for your safety……. that is an example of Shelter in Place. If ordered to remain in your […]
Warm Weather Safety
As it is gets warmer outside remember to stay hydrated, use sun screen and be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke before it is too late. […]