Most home fires occur in the kitchen while cooking and are the leading cause of injuries from fire. Common causes of fires at night are carelessly discarded cigarettes, sparks from fireplaces without spark screens or glass doors, and heating appliances left too close to furniture … [Read more...]
The Beach Park Fire Department has just been supplied with a batch of smoke detectors from Kidde and are looking to pass them along to the residents of our community, free of charge. These are standalone smoke detectors that come with mounting hardware to be placed on the ceiling … [Read more...]
Smoke Detector Still Chirping?
In addition to replacing the smoke detector batteries every six months or so, you should also consider replacing the entire smoke detector 5 to 7 years. Smoke detectors beep or chirp not just when they needed a new battery but also when the smoke detector needed to be … [Read more...]
Summer Heat
When temperatures reach 90 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, overexposure to the heat can be hazardous. Humid conditions, frequently experienced in Illinois, can add to the danger of high temperatures. Pay attention to summer temperature predictions and take all heat advisories … [Read more...]
October is "Breast Cancer Awareness Month". Every year, the Beach Park Fire Department sells t-shirts and hoodies to help support this cause. If you are interested in purchasing a t-shirt or hoodie, they are available at our Station 1. For additional info, … [Read more...]
