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Crime & Safety

Dec. 24: Daily Holiday Fire Safety Tips

Tips are courtesy of the Greenfield Fire Department.

Dec. 24:

Before you cook that holiday dinner, be sure that the oven and stovetop are clean, free of grease, and are in good working order. Keep cooking areas clean and free of grease and other combustibles (potholders, towels, rags, drapes and food packaging), which can easily catch fire.

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"T'was the night before Christmas, when all through the house,

"Not a candle was lit, as they were all blown out.

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"The children were nestled all snug in their beds,

"With smoke and carbon monoxide alarms installed over their heads!"

And according to my "Junior Battalion Chief" son, Callen, "Make sure your fireplaces are all off or out before Santa comes down them!"

The wishes you a safe and happy holiday season!

: 44 Green, 6 Red

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