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Lakeville Fire Talks Bedroom Fire Safety

Lakeville Fire Department responded to 16 calls for service the week of February 13 to February 17.

Fire Prevention Tip

Bedroom Fire Safety Tips

Bedroom doors should be kept closed while sleeping.

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The doors and walls of your home provide an excellent fire and smoke barrier to protect you in the event of a fire.

When possible, remember to close doors to prevent fire and smoke from entering the room.

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Check the windows to make sure they unlock and open smoothly to a full open position.

Never smoke in bed.

These simple steps can save your life in the middle of the night.

By the Numbers

From February 13, 2012 to February 19, 2012 the responded to 16 calls for service; 1 mutual aid to Apple Valley for a gas spill, 2 motor vehicle accidents (1 with injuries), 7 medicals, 1 diesel fuel spill, 2 false alarms and 3 good intents.

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