Chanukah Fire Safety

When celebrating Chanukah, residents are reminded not to neglect fire safety.  There are increased fire hazards associated with this festival and following is some simple, yet important advice to prevent a tragedy.

~ Place the menorah on a level, fire-retardant surface.
~ Menorah should be out of reach from children and pets.
~ Never place a menorah near curtains, drapes, or under 
   a combustible cabinet.
~ A lit menorah should never be left unattended.
~ The aforementioned also applies to Shabbos and
    Yahrzeit candles.
~ Electric menorahs should not be used if wiring insulation 
   is frayed or broken.
~ When cooking latkes, don't leave heated oil unattended.
~ Keep children at a safe distance in case of splattered oil.
~ If cooking oil catches fire, turn off the gas or electric
   range and cover the pan with its lid, if at no risk to
   yourself.  Never throw water or a wet towel on an oil
   fire, as that will cause the hot oil to splatter on you or
   ignite something nearby.
For further information on Chanukah and fire safety, call
Fire Marshal Jay Bender 201-794-5408 FireMarshal@FairLawn.org.   
IN CASE OF FIRE OR ANY EMERGENCY, DIAL 9-1-1.