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Operation Roll Call |
For the first time in history, Thursday, November 1, 2007, the Prichard Fire & Rescue Department appointed not one, but two Chaplains. read more
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A Message
from the Fire Chief
Thank you for visiting the Prichard
Fire Department homepage. We hope you
will find our web site informative and
helpful for you and your family. The
men and women of the Prichard Fire
Department are proud of being part of
this community and providing the
necessary services - fire suppression,
rescue, prevention, emergency medical,
and disaster preparedness.
I ask that you take the time to go
through this site and learn exactly
what we do and all the different types
of services we provide. Hopefully, you
will never need our emergency
services, but if you do, we will
respond with a fast, professional,
well-trained and courteous team to
answer your call for assistance.
Thanks, Chief Trenier |
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Rookie Fire Fighter– Patrick Gorlott
Fire fighter/Driver– Corneus Griggs
Fire Service Captain– Aubrey Hollingsworth
Rookie Fire Fighter– Justin Jarvis
and Fire Fighter– Davis Wilson
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FIRE MARSHALL SAFETY TIP
Springtime has arrived. With it comes the ritual of clearing out
debris left by the effects of winter. This is a time of leaf raking,
tree trimming and grass cutting. Take care during these times as it
is also a time when there is an increase in incidents requiring emergency
services.
I would advise that you always use the appropriate safety equipment
when using power tools. Power tools require an energy
source such as electricity or gasoline. When using electricity be
sure to use the recommended sized electrical cord and ensure that it
is properly grounded and also check to make sure the power cord is
not frayed or worn out. If using gasoline as a power source, extreme
caution should be used. Never pour gas into equipment that is hot
for it may cause an explosion. Never store gasoline in a location
where there are appliances that have a pilot light such as a hot water
heater or clothes dryer because gas fumes or vapors may come in
contact with the pilot light and cause a fire.
After you finish your yard work you may want to burn your debris.
Remember that you must have a burn permit. When starting
your fire, never use gasoline because it may cause an explosion.
Never leave your fire unattended because it can blaze up and get
out of control. When burning, you must remain with your fire until
it is completely put out. Be aware of the fires surroundings...is it to
close to a dwelling, the roadway, electrical wires or a natural gas
source? Are there children in the area? Children are very inquisitive
when it comes to fire.
In conclusion, with these things in mind, your spring cleaning can
be a breeze! For more information about these or other safety tips,
you can visit the Prichard Fire and Rescue Department at
303
Turner Road
(251) 452-7817.
As always, be safe and be careful!
Fredrick Chambers
Fire Marshal, City of Prichard
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