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Our Mission: To deliver the highest quality service by protecting our community through risk reduction, emergency response, and public service.

Our Vision: We are committed to become a nationally recognized, full-service Fire Department.

Our Core Values: Service Partnership Integrity Respect Innovation Trust

     
   

Mobile Home Safety

Fires in manufactured homes (mobile homes or trailer houses) claim the lives of 400 Americans each year and injure 1,000 more. Many of these fires are caused by heating and electrical system malfunctions and improper storage of combustibles.

The Abilene Fire Department would like Citizens know that there are simple steps you can take to prevent the loss of life and property in home fires.

THE PROBLEM

During a typical year in the U.S., manufactured homes account for 21,000 fires, hundreds of deaths and $180 million in property losses. An estimated 11 million Americans live in manufactured homes, where fire deaths occur at twice the rate of fire deaths in other types of homes.

THE FACTS

Young children account for more than one-fifth of all fire deaths in manufactured homes. A recent study of rural fires showed that smoke alarms were less likely to be present or operating in manufactured homes.

THE CAUSE

Electrical system malfunctions and heating fires are the leading causes of fire in manufactured homes. Together, they account for one-third of manufactured housing fires. Electrical distribution fires occur nearly twice as often in manufactured homes as in one- and two-family dwellings.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

  • Have a minimum of two smoke alarms installed in your home regardless of sleeping space arrangements.
  • Install smoke alarms in accordance with smoke alarm manufacturer guidelines. Test your smoke alarms once a month and replace the batteries at least once a year.
  • Maintain your home heating system by having it serviced at least once a year by a professional.
  • Do not store combustibles or flammables near heat sources.
  • Never overload outlets, extension cords or electrical circuits. If the circuit breaker trips or fuses blow, immediately call a licensed electrician to check your system.
  • Have an escape plan and practice escape routes with your family.  Have two ways out.
  • Do not use portable space heaters in manufactured homes.
  • Install skirting material to keep leaves and other debris and combustible items from blowing under your manufactured home.
  • When considering a new home, ask if residential sprinklers are available as an option.
  • If there is a fire - get out immediately, go to a neighbor's and notify the fire department using the 911 system or the proper local emergency number in your area
 
 
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The recent Taylor County Burn Ban was lifted August 18.
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When was the last time you tested your smoke detectors ?

Your Abilene Fire Department reminds you to test your detectors MONTHLY !

 

Never cross a road that is covered in water. 1 to 2 feet of water is capable of floating your vehicle.

 

 

"FIREWATCH"

FIREWATCH every Monday on KRBC 9  "Abilene's First News" during the 5:00pm Newscast

 

 

CODE RED

The CodeRED system calls only those who are in the telephone database. To ensure no one is omitted, individuals and businesses are encouraged to log onto the City of Abilene’s website, www.abilenetx.com, and follow the link to the "CodeRED Residential and Business Data Collection" page. Those without Internet access may call Emergency Plans Office (676-6525), Monday through Friday No one should automatically assume his or her phone number is included.

Questions should be directed to the City of Abilene’s Office of Emergency Management, (325) 676-6683.

 

 

 

   
 
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