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June is National Safety Month! Emergencies DO NOT wait for you to be ready, preparing and preventing is the best action that you can take. Some simple tasks can help like cleaning out the dryer vent regularly, don't overload power strips, and NEVER leave cooking unattended!

We hope you have a happy and safe Memorial Day Weekend! #FireSafety #FirePrevention

With warmer days and pool parties ahead, remember a couple things to make sure your summer days are safe and well enjoyed! #BuildingSafetyMonth2025

During a home emergency, such as a fire, it’s important that all occupants are able to get out – and emergency personnel are able to get in – as quickly and easily as possible. Clear paths are key! #BuildingSafetyMonth2025

Overloaded outlets, damaged cords, and outdated wiring can spark serious hazards. Stay safe by inspecting regularly and hiring qualified electricians. 🏡🔌 #BuildingSafetyMonth2025

Every second counts in a fire. A working smoke alarm can be the difference between escape and tragedy. Make sure yours is tested monthly and has fresh batteries! 🔥🏠 #BuildingSafetyMonth2025 #FireSafety #SmokeAlarmSavesLives #HomeSafety

The best defense is a good offense! Week 3 of Building Safety Month 2025 focuses on how building safety impacts our everyday lives and highlights the things we can do at home to stay safe. This week we will share fire and water safety tips! #BuildingSafetyMonth2025

✅Safe buildings protect lives. ✅ Safe practices prevent disasters. ✅ Safe planning builds resilient communities. Let’s build smarter. Let’s build safer. 🔨 #BuildingSafetyMonth #CodeMatters #BuildingSafety365 #SafeStructures #FireMarshal

The Windsor Fire Marshal’s Office collaborates closely with our building officials on a daily basis to uphold safety standards and protect our community. #BuildingSafetyMonth2025 #FireSafety

Week 1 of Building Safety Week is "The Warm Up". During this time, pay a little extra attention to the detail of the construction around you and learn how building safety impacts our daily lives including the places where we work, learn and play #BuildingSafetyMonth2025

Building Safety Month is an international campaign celebrated in May to raise awareness about building safety! Building safety plays apart in our everyday lives; driving or walking by a construction site or even working on one! Game on! #BuildingSafetyMonth2025

Happy National Volunteer Week! Thank you to all the brave firefighters for their unwavering courage, dedication, and selfless service in keeping our communities safe. They risk their lives to protect us and others, and their commitment is truly inspiring. #NationalVolunteerWeek

We are in the peak of brush fire season! Please check out the Daily Forest Fire Danger Report and the Windsor Outdoor Fire Ordinances before you plan on having an outdoor fire. #FireSafety #FirePrevention #FireProtection #FireMarshalsOffice

Did you know, Windsor sends out newsletters providing local fire department news and fire safety information important to the Windsor Community? You can subscribe to The Bugle for free, and receive an emailed newsletter 4 times a year! Link below: townofwindsorct.com/building/bugle/

Happy Daylight Savings! Remember, change your clocks, change your batteries! #FireMarshal #FireProtection #FireSafety #DaylightSavings

Happy International Women's Day! Help us celebrate Sarah and all the other wonderful women that work alongside her! Be brave, be bold, and be brilliant! #FireSafety #FirePrevention #FireMarshal #InternationalWomensDay

TOSS it in the trash!!! Using damaged cords can leave you vulnerable to electrical fires and/or burns. Do not attempt to repair the cord, just replace it. #FireSafety #FirePrevention #FireMarshal #BatterySafety

Did you know overcharging batteries can be dangerous? Overcharging a battery beyond its designed capacity can lead to overheating. Safe ways to avoid this is charge devices on hard, non-combustible surfaces like a desk and never leave them unattended. #FireSafety #FirePrevention

A simple task, like checking your water heater, can save you from some blistering pain! Prevent the possibilities of receiving burns! #Firesafety#Fireprevention#Firemarshal#Burnawarenessweek

Cooking is, by far, the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries. In 2021, fire departments in the United States responded to an estimated 170,000 home cooking fires. These fires caused an estimated 135 deaths, 3,000 injuries and over $494 million in property loss.