Date: August 18th, 2022
Time: Dinner 7pm / Meeting to follow 8pm
Address: 25 Gibbs Pond Rd, Nesconset, NY 11767
August Meeting
March Meeting
The March meeting will be Friday March 25th
Location: Brookhaven Main Fire House 2486 Montauk Hwy, Brookhaven, NY 11719
Time: Dinner is 7pm Meeting 8pm
What is Next With the Educators
Hello and Good Day….
There is a lot that is going on with the Suffolk County Fire Safety Educators…
- Next meeting for March will TBA.
- Please follow below for all new and exciting facebook posts.
Social Media Toolkit Wildfire and Outdoor Fire Safety from FEMA
How to use this toolkit
The toolkit contains content that you can share on Twitter, Facebook and other social media channels to increase awareness about wildfire and outdoor fire safety. You can copy this content or customize it to reach your audience.
Messages to share
Put these fire safety messages into your own words when talking to people about wildfire and outdoor fire safety on social media. Each year wildfire burns millions of acres of land.
Wildfire safety
- Create a safety zone of up to 100 feet around your home. Remove pine needles and dry leaves from around your home. Keep woodpiles at least 30 feet from your home.
- Know your community’s local evacuation plan. Plan ahead by practicing two ways out of your neighborhood. You should know the evacuation route and plan a place where you will go.
- If you are told to evacuate, do so immediately. If you wait until the last minute, the roads may have heavy traffic. Blowing embers and debris from the fire may make it hard to see.
- Stay informed. Listen to the TV/radio broadcasts for current weather and emergency instructions. Sign up to receive local emergency alerts and warnings on both your home phone and cellphone.
- Make sure everyone in your family knows your meeting place ahead of time. Let your family and friends who do not live in your area know your meeting place.
- Keep your car fueled and keep an emergency supply bag in your car. Back your car into the garage or park it in an open space facing the direction of escape.
Outdoor fire safety
- Move the grill away from siding, decking, and other things that can catch fire.
- Stay with the grill the entire time you’re cooking.
- Use long-handled barbecue tools when cooking on the grill.
- Use a metal screen over wood-burning fires to keep sparks from floating out.
- Turn off or put out fires before you leave the backyard.
- Build campfires at least 15 feet away from tent walls, shrubs or other things that burn.
- The best way to stay safe from fireworks is to not use them.
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Hashtags
- #SummerFireSafety
- #FireworksSafety
- #WildfireSafety
- #FireSafetyTip
- #GrillingFireSafety
- #OutdoorFireSafety
Social cards
Use the cards and animations below by themselves or include supporting content with them to reinforce their messages.
Video
Summer Safety Tips (1:33 minutes)
Grilling Fire Safety (30 seconds)
Grilling Fire Safety (55 seconds)
More outreach materials
Visit our Outreach page for links to customizable handouts that you can recommend to community organizations that want to promote fire safety.
All information came from: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/outreach/media/social_toolkits/toolkit_outdoor.html
Fire Is Everyone’s Fight
Fire is Everyone’s Fight® is a national initiative to unite the fire service, life safety organizations and professionals in an effort to reduce home fire injuries, deaths and property loss by changing how people think about fire and fire prevention.
Partner with us
USFA recognizes partnerships as a critical means of delivering accurate and consistent safety messages to the community. We invite fire departments, life safety organizations and fire and life safety professionals to partner on this important initiative. Once you join, we ask you to use the Fire Is Everyone’s Fight graphic and tagline on your existing and new materials.
Join the fight
To find out how you or your organization can support Fire is Everyone’s Fight, please contact Teresa Neal at 301-447-1024 or FEMA-FireisEveryonesFight@fema.dhs.gov
Ways you can use the FIEF logo and our outreach materials
Check out how fire departments and fire service organizations are using the FIEF logo and public service announcements (PSAs) to help change how people think about fire and fire prevention.
If you would like to use the Fire is Everyone’s Fight logo on materials you create
The Fire is Everyone’s Fight® logo is trademarked so we require that you complete a simple registration form to use it. Once you do, you’ll have access to various versions of the logo optimized for websites and print materials.
Register to use the logo on materials you create
January Meeting
January’s Meeting Scheduled for Friday January 22nd at 7pm, will be held via Zoom. More info to follow in future communications.
Info on staying healthy this winter
| This Year, It’s More Important Than Ever to Get Your Flu Shot |
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| CDC is partnering with the National Kidney Foundation to spread the word that everyone, especially patients with kidney disease, should get a flu vaccination this fall.Chronic kidney disease (CKD) weakens the body’s immune response, which can make the immune system less able to fight infections. People with CKD at any stage, people who have had a kidney transplant, and people who are undergoing dialysis treatment are at increased risk of severe illness from the flu. |
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| Flu shots are recommended for people with CKD and have a long, established safety record. Make sure you get the injection type because the nasal spray vaccine is not recommended for people with CKD.Read more about the benefits of flu vaccine for people with CKD. For More Information: Flu and People With Chronic Kidney DiseaseKidney Disease and VaccinationPeople at High Risk for Flu ComplicationsFlu Season and Your KidneysCDC’s Chronic Kidney Disease InitiativeCDC Diabetes on FacebookCDC Diabetes on Twitter |
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| Contact us to send comments or questions about CKD. |
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October Meeting
Please click on full post for directions.
Location: Brookhaven Volunteer Fire Fighters Museum
725 NY-25, Ridge, NY 11961
Date: Friday October 23rd
Time: 7pm Dinner & Meeting to follow 8pm
Important Rules to follow:
- Masks are to be worn
- Social Distancing Guidelines (6 ft apart)
Some important info that is good for all to know
| Millions of Americans are currently threatened by wildfires, hurricanes, and the ongoing pandemic. Their lives, health, and homes are at risk, and they are concerned not just for themselves but also for their families and loved ones. Many of you are influential members of your communities, so we know you understand of the difficult challenges people face when confronted by multiple threats. We ask that you share the important information below with others you believe might benefit. These links provide guidance on how to reduce risk from hurricanes and wildfires, while considering the ongoing pandemic. Both storms and wildfires can cut off power and make it difficult to spread important health messages. Please pass along these resources as quickly as possible. CDC recommends printing all important resources before they are needed because power outages can prevent access to online information. Another option, if printing is not possible, is to encourage people to save important information on their smart phones and to use their phones minimally, to preserve power as long as possible. |
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| Natural Disasters, Severe Weather, and COVID-19 |
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| CDC has launched a new website in English and Spanish to provide information on how the general public can stay safe during and after hurricanes or other natural disasters. It contains information on preparedness and recovery during the COVID-19 response.Hurricanes and COVID-19: English and SpanishGoing to a Public Disaster Shelter During the COVID-19 Pandemic: English and Spanish COVID-19 Resources for Professionals & Emergency Workers: English and Spanish |
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| Key Ideas for Preparing this Hurricane Season |
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| This Year Is Different: Understand that your planning and preparation may be different this year because of the need to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. Give Yourself Time: Give yourself more time than usual to prepare your emergency food, water, and medicine supplies. Home delivery is the safest choice for buying disaster supplies, but it may not be an option for everyone. If in-person shopping is your only choice, take steps to protect your and other’s health when running essential errands. Pack Your Go Kit: If you need to evacuate, prepare a “go kit” with personal items you cannot do without during an emergency. Include items that can help protect you and others from COVID-19, such as hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, bar or liquid soap, disinfectant wipes (if available), and two masks for each person. Masks should not be used by children under the age of 2. They also should not be used by people having trouble breathing, or who are unconscious, incapacitated, or unable to remove the mask without assistance. Keep Your Distance: When you check on neighbors and friends, be sure to follow social distancing recommendations (staying at least 6 feet from others) and other CDC recommendations to protect yourself and others. Read more about COVID-19 specific hurricane key messages in the Hurricane Key Messages: COVID-19 Annex (Spanish), in addition to the Preparedness and Safety Messaging for Hurricanes, Flooding, and Similar Disasters (Spanish). Download the FEMA Mobile App to stay aware of immediate threats and to locate nearby shelters. |
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| Main Tips for Before and After a Hurricane |
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| Before a Hurricane: Learn about the important steps to take before a disaster, including items to stock up on to stay safe at home and what to do if you need to evacuate. This website is available in English and Spanish. After a Hurricane: Get tips on how to recover safely from a hurricane. After a hurricane, you may face flooding, downed power lines, damage from mold, and other risks to your health. This website is available in English and Spanish. How to Help Loved Ones: If you have friends, family, or other loved ones in hurricane-affected areas, you can help them by sending health and safety information. This website is available in English and Spanish. Visit CDC’s Hurricane Toolkit for digital and print materials, and the Public Service Announcement (PSAs) page for PSAs in English and Spanish in a variety of formats including text, audio, and video. |
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| Resources for Specific Risks |
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| Flooding: Information and resources (English) (Spanish) Print MaterialsBe Ready! Floods Infographic (English) (Spanish) Carbon Monoxide (CO): Information and resources (English) (Spanish) Print MaterialsCarbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning flyer (English) (Spanish) (Haitian Creole) Generator Safety Fact Sheet (English) (Spanish) (Haitian Creole) Door Hanger: Carbon Monoxide Hazard: Using a Generator (English) (Spanish) Mold: Information and resources (English) (Spanish) Print Materials8 Tips to Clean up Mold (English) (Spanish) Homeowner’s and Renter’s Guide to Mold Cleanup After Disasters (English) (Spanish) What to Wear before entering a Home or Building with Mold Damage (English) (Spanish) Food and Water Safety: Information and resources (English) (Spanish) Print MaterialsEat Safe Food (English) (Spanish) Drink Safe Water (English) (Spanish) Make Water Safe Factsheet (English) (Spanish) To see a variety of CDC health resources in languages other than English or Spanish, please visit our searchable Web page. |
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| Resources for Specific Risks |
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| CDC Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19 WebsiteWildfire smoke can irritate your lungs, cause inflammation, affect your immune system, and make you more prone to lung infections, including COVID-19. Because of the pandemic, preparing for wildfires might be a little different this year. Know how wildfire smoke can affect you and your loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic and what you can do to protect yourselves. Visit CDC’s Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19 website in English or Spanish. EPA Smoke-ready Toolbox for WildfiresSmoke from wildfires reduces air quality and puts individuals with underlying conditions (such as asthma, COPD, or heart disease) and others at risk of poor health outcomes. EPA, the U.S. Forest Service, and other federal, state, and community agencies and organizations work together to help prepare the public to reduce their health risk before a wildfire. The Smoke-ready Toolbox for Wildfires includes resources public health officials and others can use to help educate people about the risks of smoke exposure and actions they can take to protect their health. The toolbox also includes links to CDC’s Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19 frequently asked questions and resources for environmental health professionals in English and Spanish. |
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| Coping with a Disaster |
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| During and after a disaster, it is natural to experience different and strong emotions. Coping with these feelings and getting help when you need it will help you, your family, and your community recover from a disaster. Learn about Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event to protect your mental health. Regardless of your child’s age, he or she may feel upset or have other strong emotions after an emergency. Some children react right away, while others may show signs of difficulty much later. How a child reacts, and the common signs of distress can vary according to the child’s age, previous experiences, and how the child typically copes with stress. Learn about Helping Children Cope with Emergencies (Spanish) to protect their mental health. |
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| Contact Us |
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| Email: EPIC@cdc.gov Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1600 Clifton Rd Atlanta, GA 30333 Questions? Contact CDC-INFO 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636) TTY: 888-232-6348 |
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| Millions of Americans are currently threatened by wildfires, hurricanes, and the ongoing pandemic. Their lives, health, and homes are at risk, and they are concerned not just for themselves but also for their families and loved ones. Many of you are influential members of your communities, so we know you understand of the difficult challenges people face when confronted by multiple threats. We ask that you share the important information below with others you believe might benefit. These links provide guidance on how to reduce risk from hurricanes and wildfires, while considering the ongoing pandemic. Both storms and wildfires can cut off power and make it difficult to spread important health messages. Please pass along these resources as quickly as possible. CDC recommends printing all important resources before they are needed because power outages can prevent access to online information. Another option, if printing is not possible, is to encourage people to save important information on their smart phones and to use their phones minimally, to preserve power as long as possible. |
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| Natural Disasters, Severe Weather, and COVID-19 |
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| CDC has launched a new website in English and Spanish to provide information on how the general public can stay safe during and after hurricanes or other natural disasters. It contains information on preparedness and recovery during the COVID-19 response.Hurricanes and COVID-19: English and SpanishGoing to a Public Disaster Shelter During the COVID-19 Pandemic: English and Spanish COVID-19 Resources for Professionals & Emergency Workers: English and Spanish |
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| Key Ideas for Preparing this Hurricane Season |
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| This Year Is Different: Understand that your planning and preparation may be different this year because of the need to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. Give Yourself Time: Give yourself more time than usual to prepare your emergency food, water, and medicine supplies. Home delivery is the safest choice for buying disaster supplies, but it may not be an option for everyone. If in-person shopping is your only choice, take steps to protect your and other’s health when running essential errands. Pack Your Go Kit: If you need to evacuate, prepare a “go kit” with personal items you cannot do without during an emergency. Include items that can help protect you and others from COVID-19, such as hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, bar or liquid soap, disinfectant wipes (if available), and two masks for each person. Masks should not be used by children under the age of 2. They also should not be used by people having trouble breathing, or who are unconscious, incapacitated, or unable to remove the mask without assistance. Keep Your Distance: When you check on neighbors and friends, be sure to follow social distancing recommendations (staying at least 6 feet from others) and other CDC recommendations to protect yourself and others. Read more about COVID-19 specific hurricane key messages in the Hurricane Key Messages: COVID-19 Annex (Spanish), in addition to the Preparedness and Safety Messaging for Hurricanes, Flooding, and Similar Disasters (Spanish). Download the FEMA Mobile App to stay aware of immediate threats and to locate nearby shelters. |
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| Main Tips for Before and After a Hurricane |
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| Before a Hurricane: Learn about the important steps to take before a disaster, including items to stock up on to stay safe at home and what to do if you need to evacuate. This website is available in English and Spanish. After a Hurricane: Get tips on how to recover safely from a hurricane. After a hurricane, you may face flooding, downed power lines, damage from mold, and other risks to your health. This website is available in English and Spanish. How to Help Loved Ones: If you have friends, family, or other loved ones in hurricane-affected areas, you can help them by sending health and safety information. This website is available in English and Spanish. Visit CDC’s Hurricane Toolkit for digital and print materials, and the Public Service Announcement (PSAs) page for PSAs in English and Spanish in a variety of formats including text, audio, and video. |
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| Resources for Specific Risks |
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| Flooding: Information and resources (English) (Spanish) Print MaterialsBe Ready! Floods Infographic (English) (Spanish) Carbon Monoxide (CO): Information and resources (English) (Spanish) Print MaterialsCarbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning flyer (English) (Spanish) (Haitian Creole) Generator Safety Fact Sheet (English) (Spanish) (Haitian Creole) Door Hanger: Carbon Monoxide Hazard: Using a Generator (English) (Spanish) Mold: Information and resources (English) (Spanish) Print Materials8 Tips to Clean up Mold (English) (Spanish) Homeowner’s and Renter’s Guide to Mold Cleanup After Disasters (English) (Spanish) What to Wear before entering a Home or Building with Mold Damage (English) (Spanish) Food and Water Safety: Information and resources (English) (Spanish) Print MaterialsEat Safe Food (English) (Spanish) Drink Safe Water (English) (Spanish) Make Water Safe Factsheet (English) (Spanish) To see a variety of CDC health resources in languages other than English or Spanish, please visit our searchable Web page. |
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| Resources for Specific Risks |
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| CDC Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19 WebsiteWildfire smoke can irritate your lungs, cause inflammation, affect your immune system, and make you more prone to lung infections, including COVID-19. Because of the pandemic, preparing for wildfires might be a little different this year. Know how wildfire smoke can affect you and your loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic and what you can do to protect yourselves. Visit CDC’s Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19 website in English or Spanish. EPA Smoke-ready Toolbox for WildfiresSmoke from wildfires reduces air quality and puts individuals with underlying conditions (such as asthma, COPD, or heart disease) and others at risk of poor health outcomes. EPA, the U.S. Forest Service, and other federal, state, and community agencies and organizations work together to help prepare the public to reduce their health risk before a wildfire. The Smoke-ready Toolbox for Wildfires includes resources public health officials and others can use to help educate people about the risks of smoke exposure and actions they can take to protect their health. The toolbox also includes links to CDC’s Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19 frequently asked questions and resources for environmental health professionals in English and Spanish. |
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| Coping with a Disaster |
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| During and after a disaster, it is natural to experience different and strong emotions. Coping with these feelings and getting help when you need it will help you, your family, and your community recover from a disaster. Learn about Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event to protect your mental health. Regardless of your child’s age, he or she may feel upset or have other strong emotions after an emergency. Some children react right away, while others may show signs of difficulty much later. How a child reacts, and the common signs of distress can vary according to the child’s age, previous experiences, and how the child typically copes with stress. Learn about Helping Children Cope with Emergencies (Spanish) to protect their mental health. |
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| Contact Us |
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| Email: EPIC@cdc.gov Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1600 Clifton Rd Atlanta, GA 30333 Questions? Contact CDC-INFO 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636) TTY: 888-232-6348 |
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