Newark Fire Chief Steve Prinzi and
Public Information Officer Dick Colacino are
particularly worried as the cold weather approaches. Both realize
that the likelihood of
structure fires increases during winter, but they say, this year
could be worse than ever
due to the economic downturn. Compounding the danger is the high
price of oil, natural
gas and propane. When fuel becomes expensive, many people look to
alternative fuel
sources such as wood, coal, and propane. Many others will use
kerosene heaters and
electric space heaters to augment their heating needs. While all of
these are legal and
safe, they must be used in strict accordance with regulations,
manufacturer's guidelines
and a lot of care and common sense.
The improper use of alternative fuels is further compounded by the
human tendency to
cut corners when money is tight. Quite often this results in the
improper installation of
fuel burning equipment and deferred maintenance on our traditional
heating appliances.
Our number one priority is the
prevention of fires and with that in mind; we hope that
you will adhere to the following tips and advice.
If you use a wood stove, coal
stove, corn stove fireplace etc. make sure that it is
installed by a knowledgeable with the proper clearances, which
can be verified by
the specifications on the rear of the stove. If it is not
otherwise specified, all types
of heaters should be installed at least 3 feet from combustible
material, including floors.
Burn only what the appliance was
designed to burn. Wood should be well
seasoned to minimize creosote accumulation.
Place ashes outside in a covered
metal container and keep at least 3 feet from
anything that could burn including, including flooring.
Never burn trash in any type of
indoor furnace or stove.
Have your chimney and fireplace
cleaned and inspected at least yearly for
creosote build-up, cracks, loose bricks, cracking mortar, loose
connections and
obstructions. This is best done by a professional chimney sweep.
Always use a sturdy metal screen
in front of your fireplace and if you have
children, use a child-guard screen for any heating stove or
appliance.
If you use portable electric
heat, make sure the device is UL rated with
temperature control and tip-over protection. Remember the 3 foot
rule applies to
electric and kerosene heaters as well.
Turn off all types of portable
heaters when not in the room and if un-supervised
children are present. Check heater cords regularly for frays and
cracks. Do not
use an extension cord!
Kerosene heaters may only be used legally in New York State in
one and two
family dwellings or on a temporary basis in construction
projects.
The number 1 cause of kerosene
heater fires is unsafe fueling. Always refuel a
kerosene heater outdoors away from the house; never on a porch
or in a garage.
Never refuel a hot kerosene
heater.
Always make sure that kerosene
heaters are used in well ventilated areas.
Overloaded outlets and extension
cords are a major cause of fires.
Make sure cords are rated for the
current or wattage and that they have a UL
listing.
Don't splice or repair cords with
electrical tape. Replace it!
Don't bundle up cords or run them
under rugs for any reason.
Cover unused outlets, especially
with small children are present.
Avoid placing cords near water
sources. When this can't be avoided such as
outdoors or in a bathroom, install ground fault circuit
interrupters(GFCI's).
Never heat a room with an oven
Standard oil and gas furnaces are
generally the safest way to heat a home. They are generally safe
if installed properly and serviced regularly. Have your furnace
serviced yearly.
Last but certainly not least, is
to install and maintain smoke detectors. Batteries
should be tested regularly and changed twice a year unless the
new 10 year
batteries are used.
With the heating season already here,
we ask that you review this list and adhere to
the advice. Most fires are caused by carelessness and inattention to
details. Cutting
comers or deferring maintenance to save a little money is an open
invitation to a
house fire. We, at the Newark Fire Department are here to serve you
24/7. That
includes fire prevention services and advice as well as fire
suppression. We are
committed to reducing the incidents of fire in Newark and Arcadia.
For a complete
list of fire safety tips on a convenient and easy to use form please
do not hesitate to
contact us. We can be reached at 315-331-1451 or on the web at
www.newarkfire.org. Specific concerns can be sent via email to
ChiefPrinzi at
sprinzi@rochester.rr.com or to Dick Colacino at rcolacino@newarkelectric.com.
Thanks.
Sincerely,
Steve Prinzi
Dick Colacino
Newark Fire Chief
NFD
Public Information Officer
FIRE PREVENTION
FIRE SUPPRESSION
RESCUE
MVA
MVA Rite Aid
New Chief's car at scene
Recent
shots in and around Newark And Lyons By Doug Velte
Recent Barn Fires In Lyons
Fire Sunday at High Rise;
investigation continuing
Investigators are looking for definitive clues as to the cause of
a fire at the Newark High Rise on July 13. 2008
This weekend in Redding CA.Date:
July 11, 2008
Your Web Master witnessed this fire, Picture was taken in Early July
2008
Photo by Don Snow
www.norcalemergency.com
Challenging weekend weather ahead for firefighters
REDDING, Calif. – Firefighters in Northern California fight forest
fires.
Fire this morning on Murray Street
Fire this morning on Murray Street
June 2008
Newark Volunteer
Firemen were called to 105 West Maple Ave. at about 1 p.m. Saturday
June 28th
Fire Routs 2 Families
Your local Newark Fire Drpartment hard at work We do more that just fight fires!
Control Burn
Control Burn
MVA East Union
MVA East Union
Soybean Spill Cuyler & East Union
Soybean Spill Cuyler & East Union
Gas Spill Verizion West Pearl
MVA South Main Street
West Miller House Fire
West Miller House Fire
January 31st, 2007 2:03:45pm " Scholarships Awarded In Newark "
Senator Mike Nozzolio recently met with Jonathan Shanley, Mathew
Colacino and Mathew Bliss all members of Newark Fire Department to
congratulate them on receiving a Volunteer Recruitment Incentive
Scholarship through New York State. Pictured from left to right are
Jonathan Shanley, Mathew Colacino, Senator Nozzolio,
Fire Chief Paul Chetney, Newark Mayor Peter Blandino
and
Mathew Bliss.
Oct 2006
Transformer Overheats
Oct 2006
SECOR helps NFD by donating Sawsall
Quick response
save this Murry Street House
Training with 59T-4 creates Small Rainbow
Mutual aid with Lyons November 4th 2006 Iroquois Hotel
Locator Equipment being used
In Lyons
Mutual aid
Friday 20th 2006 Transformer 7200 volts Primary
Annual Inspection 2006
Annual Inspection 2006
Donna Damick
on left and Diana Burnett Donating
Replica fire truck
Something missing here
Lucky Newark
Resident fire caused by smoking
Shown in photo's
are Newark Firefighters and NAVA personnel in the rescue operation. Rescue
Oct 1 2006
.
Fire Prevention 2006 Rehearsing Program
Sep 28, 2006
Local Firefighter's At Fairville Muster
August 26, 2006
Technology
Parkway on Sat afternoon Sept. 16 2005
Technology
Parkway on Sat afternoon Sept. 16 2005.
Natural gas
fire training on Sunday September 17.
Natural gas
fire training on Sunday September 17.
CPR Training
CPR, and the
correct method of performing the Heimlich maneuver
Ultralife Batteries at 2000 Technology Parkway Apri 15,2006
Technology
Parkway
Chief Chetney Directing at scene
Lyons Fast Team
May 10, 2006
~Ginna drill for: fire departments~
Training
November 19 2005
Plassche Lumber Co
Plassche Lumber Co
Press Release
(Dipped over cones staged for Cheif Chetney)
Press Release August 25th 2005
Thursday Aug 24th 2005
Candle caused Newark House Fire
Press Release August 17 2005
Automatic Accountability System
How did you say this works
May 16, 2005
One of the goals of Newark Fire Chief Doug Velte came to fruition on his last day of his term in office, which was to fully sprinkler the Newark Fire Station. Through the effort of Senator Mike Nozzolio who obtained a $25,000 grant from the Dept. of State and the Newark Village Board the fire sprinkler system has been completed and is protecting lives and at least $4,000.000 worth of building facilities and fire apparatus.
Shown in photo: Front row left to right: Chris Avery, Village Trustee and Building Chairman, Dick Colacino Fire Sprinkler Committee Co Chairman, Steve Vanderbrook, Fire Sprinkler Committee Co Chairman.
Back row left to right: Dale McClain, P.E. from McM Engineers Inc., Frank Lower of Kennedy Mechanical Inc., Newark Mayor Peter Blandino, Fire Chief Doug Velte, John Sprandel, Fire Protection Superintendent of Kennedy Mechanical Inc., and Kurt Werts, Newark Fire Commissioner.
