Fire Prevention Week Visit To Local Preschool

ACES International Preschool and Childcare Center welcomed Engineer Steve Stohl and Fire Police-Firefighter Shannon Will for a fire prevention presentation on October 10.

While this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme (“Charge Into Fire Safety”) was a little challenging for our young friends, they did listen to everything that was talked about before checking out Engine 441.   

Keeping this year’s theme — “Charge Into Fire Safety” — in mind, please consider the following:

Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.

Charge devices safely. Always use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged. 

Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location*. Visit call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you.

*NEWTOWN RESIDENTS have access to an E-Waste Container at the Town transfer station. The container is designated for single use and rechargeable batteries. A permit is required to access the transfer station; call 203-270-4307 for additional information.