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Have a Fire Safe Summer

 June 6, 2016

The warmer temperatures of summer can give firefighters a whole new set of challenges. High heat and humidity take their toll on firefighters bodies making their job increasingly dangerous. The weather plays a crucial role in fire safety as the warm air can bring dangerous thunderstorms or drought. Each condition can equally increase the volume of fires. When severe weather strikes the fire departments are busy handling lightning strikes to homes, downed power lines, activated alarms from power outages and water rescues from flash flooding. When the weather is dry we become busy with brush and mulch fires. Mother nature is not the only factor of increased summertime activity; people also play a big part. This time of year fire crews often deal with fires involving barbeque grills, lawnmowers, and illegal open burning. If you are traveling this summer it is also important to practice fire safety wherever you may go. Please refer to the safety information below to keep you and your family safe this summer.

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Hillsborough Township Fire District
13 hours ago
Hillsborough Township Fire District

It’s very unfortunate a tragedy occurred on what is supposed to be a fun time on vacation.
This, however emphasizes how important having detectors are, and not to forget fire alarms. Whether on vacation or in the home.
Our condolences go out to the families affected by this tragedy.
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Sandals resort case: Cause of death revealed for 3 Americans found mysteriously dead in Bahamas

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Autopsy and toxicology reports have been completed following the deaths of Michael Phillips, 68, Robbie Phillips, 65, and Vincent Chiarella, 64
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Hillsborough Township Fire District
2 days ago
Hillsborough Township Fire District

“You were born with the ability to change someone’s life. Don’t ever waste it.” -Dale Partridge
Job well done!! 👏
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“You were born with the ability to change someone’s life. Don’t ever waste it.” -Dale Partridge
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5 days ago
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Fire Safety PSA, Ford recalling 2021 Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators stating the engine compartment may catch fire. Park away from your home, garage, or other exposure that may catch fire. ... See MoreSee Less

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Park outdoors: Ford recalls SUVs due to engine fire risk

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Ford is asking the owners of 350,000 vehicles in to take them to dealers for repairs in three recalls, including about 39,000 that should be parked outdoors because the engines can catch fire.
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I'll never own a found on road dead

Well this should sure keep our FD's busy!

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