FIRE PREVENTION BEGINS AT HOME
No one wants to see this vehicle parked in front of their home. 

FIRE PREVENTION MONTH CELEBRATED IN SCHOOLS

October is Fire Prevention Month and Sachse Fire Rescue will present this year's program to students at Armstrong, Cox, Sewell and Whitt Elementary Schools. 

Students at Sewell Elementary posed with Sparky after their tour of the fire engine.

Sachse Fire Rescue conducts fire prevention programs to all kindergarten and first grade classes in the elementary schools located within Sachse, as well as conducting fall fire safety inspections and fire drills in all the schools.
 

Citizens are reminded that permits are required to conduct any outdoor burning.  If you would like more information or need to obtain a burn permit, you may contact the Fire Administration office at 972.495.0975.
 

Tips to Prevent Grass Fires and Uncontrolled Burns

Use extreme caution under these circumstances:

> Grilling outdoors is allowed but please use extreme caution while drought conditions exist.  Enclosed natural gas or LP (liquid propane) gas grills and smokers are encouraged.  Open-topped charcoal grills are discouraged as discarded or unattended coals may cause a fire to occur.

> Ashes from a charcoal grill should be placed in a metal trash can with a lid and placed at least ten feet (10') from any structure, including wood fences.  After cooling for five (5) days, ashes may be placed in your polycart.

> If you see someone discard a lit cigarette, you may note the license plate number of the vehicle and report it on the Don't Mess With Texas website at www.dontmesswithtexas.org.  The violator will be sent a reminder notice in the mail.

If you have questions or want to check the status of outdoor burning, you may call the Sachse Fire Rescue crew at 972.461.9802. 

Fire Prevention Programs

Sachse Fire Rescue offers several different fire prevention services to the community.

• During Fire Prevention Week in October, the department visits the elementary schools to present the "Stop, Drop and Roll" fire prevention program to the children. Throughout the school year, the fire department performs inspections at the schools and witnesses school fire drills.
• The department conducts annual business inspections and child-care facility inspections (in-home child care as well) for compliance to the fire code and safety measures.
• The department is happy to assist the community in any way necessary to ensure fire safety and protection.
• Contact the Fire Chief or Assistant Fire Chief at 972.495.0975 for information on safety programs, building and safety code requirements and special assistance.

For more information on fire prevention and safety, stop by the fire station and speak to one of the firemen, or check out the NFPA website at www.nfpa.org/FPW/Kids_Area/kids_area.asp.