Lions urge residents to book fire safety visit
The Woy Woy Peninsula Lions Club is encouraging residents to book a Fire and Rescue NSW safety visit.
"Our Lions Club consider this to be a highly important service considering the aging population of our community," said club secretary Mr Greg Head.
"During safety visits, firefighters will check that you have working smoke alarms, that they are in good working condition, and are installed in suitable areas.
"If you do not have one, firefighters will install a long-life battery-powered smoke alarm as well as replace existing smoke alarm batteries all at no cost," he said.
"Firefighters will also ask residents to show them around their homes, so they are able to provide personalised fire safety information on issues such as kitchen fires, heaters and open fires, common electrical safety, barbeques and wheat bags.
"They can also provide advice on best protecting your home in the event of a bushfire."
Mr Head said: "The safety visits program draws on historical data about where fires occur and the reasons why.
"Firefighters can also help develop a home fire escape plan and tell you how and when to call Triple Zero in the event of an emergency."
To book a safety visit, visit www.fire.nsw.gov.au/visits
SOURCE:
Media release, 24 Aug 2023
Greg Head, Woy Woy Peninsula Lions Club