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12/15/2017

Safety Tips for Heating Your Home
-- Children should not have access to portable heaters, electric or fuel powered.
-- Do not burn anything larger than candles inside your home without providing good ventilation.
-- All heaters than run on fuel should be vented.
--Space heaters need their SPACE!

11/16/2017

How to avoid a slip, trip, or fall!
-- When something is spilled, clean it up immediately.
-- Stay off freshly mopped floors, and use proper warning signs for wet floors.
--Secure electrical and phone cords out of areas of traffic.

10/31/2017

Fire Prevention Awareness
-- Clean your dryer vents.
-- Put together an escape plan and practice the plan with your family.
-- When developing your escape plan, always have two methods of exiting each room.

10/20/2017

Fire Prevention Awareness
-- Don't overload your circuit.
-- If a plug is overheating or smells strange, the appliance should be shut off immediately.
-- Always unplug appliance when not in use.

10/10/2017

Fire Prevention Awareness
-- Make sure your home is protected with smoke alarms.
-- Test all smoke alarms once a month, and change the batteries every 6 months to a year.
-- Replace all smoke alarms after 10 years of use.

08/29/2017

Hot Weather Safety Awareness

-- Wear Sunblock if you are going to be outdoors.
--Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.
-- Never leave children or pets unattended for any length of time in a car.

08/21/2017

The 2017 Public service Scholarship recipients were presented at the August 10th Board of Commissioners Meeting. The two recipients were Ashley Prado and Amy Spalik.

Ashley graduated from Hendrickson HS and she plans on pursuing a degree in Primary Education. She has taken countless classes, has taken part in school clubs, community service activities, and has obtained high leadership positions to prepare her for her future profession to obtain a bachelor degree in Primary Education and make a difference in a child’s life.

Amy graduated from Pflugerville HS and she plans on pursuing a degree in Education. She plans on going to Austin Community College then transferring to the University of Houston at Victoria and obtaining her Bachelor degree in Education along with her certification in Math 4-8 grade. She plans on finding a job in Pflugerville or Round Rock School District.

08/21/2017

Hot Weather Safety Awareness

-- Get relief from and avoid the effects of the heat.
-- Drink plenty of water to keep from getting dehydrated.
-- Dress appropriately - keep all clothing lightly colored, loosely fitted and light weight.

07/26/2017

Pet Safety Awareness

-- Some pets are chewers. Watch your pets to make sure that they do not chew through electrical cords.
-- Make sure your pets are included in your family's evacuation plan.
-- Remove stove k***s or cover them when leaving your pet alone.

07/19/2017

Pet Safety Awareness

-- Pets are curious; keep them away from candles, lamps, and space heaters.
--Always use a metal or heat tempered glass screen on a dire place.
-- Keep pets away from outside chimney vents.

06/14/2017

Office Safety Awareness

-- Keep all cords and wires off of floor and out of walkways.
-- Do not leave boxes lying on the floor.
-- Stairways should not be used as storage space.
-- Secure all desks and cabinets and make sure you close all drawers after use.
-- Make sure heavier items are in the lowest drawer or shelf.

06/12/2017

Summer is here! Swimming is a great way to keep your kids active and enjoying their break. This month the Pflugerville Fire Department is spreading the word about water safety. To learn more about what you can do to ensure a safer swimming environment for your family, read this article by clicking on the attached link or by visiting the departments website at Pflugervillefire.org.

While swimming is one of the greatest things about summer in Central Texas, water also presents one of the most dangerous settings for children. Drowning is the #1 accidental killer of infants and toddlers, and for older kids it’s the second leading cause. If there is a pool or hot tub on your prope...