Safety Tips For The Holiday Weekend
Fourth of July in Apache County is always one of the most anticipated holidays of the year. The family activities (Parade, BBQ in the park, the beloved rubber ducky races at Lyman Lake and of course the firework show). Apache County Public Health Emergency Preparedness wants to be sure that all of our residents and visitors remember this weekend as an amazing time. We can all do this by remembering a few simple safety tips provided by the U.S. Fire Administration.
Fireworks safety
- The best way to enjoy fireworks is to visit public fireworks displays put on by professionals who know how to safely
handle fireworks.
- If you plan to use fireworks, make sure they are legal in your area first.
- Never light fireworks indoors or near dry grass.
- Always have a bucket of water and/or a fire extinguisher nearby. Know how to operate the fire extinguisher properly.
- Do not wear loose clothing while using fireworks.
- Stand several feet away from lit fireworks. If a devise does not go off, do not stand over it to investigate it. Put it
out with water and dispose of it.
- Always read the directions and warning labels on fireworks. If a devise is not marked with label, do not light it.
- Supervise children around fireworks at all times.
Barbeque Safety
- Before using a grill, check the connection between the propane tank and the fuel line. Make sure the venturi tubes
where the air and gas mix are not blocked.
- Do not overfill the propane tank.
- Do not wear loose clothing while cooking at a barbeque.
- Be careful when using lighter fluid. Do not add fluid to an already lit fire because the flame can flashback up into the
container and explode.
- keep all matches and lighters away from children. teach your children to report any loose matches or lighters to an
adult immediately. Supervise children around outdoor grills.
- Dispose of hot coals properly – douse them with plenty of water, and stur them to ensure that the fire is out. Never
place them in plastic, paper or wooden containers.
- Never grill/barbeque in enclosed areas – carbon monoxide could be produced.
- Make sure everyone knows to Stop, Drop and Roll in case a piece of clothing does catch fire. Call 911 or our local
emergency number if a burn warrants serious medical attention.
Campfire Safety
- Build campfires where they will not spread, away from dry grass and leaves.
- Keep campfires small, and don’t let them get out of hand.
- Keep plenty of water and a shovel around to douse the fire when you’re done. Stir it and douse it again with water.
- Never leave campfires unattended.
Have a safe and wonderful 4th of July weekend.
