Portable generators are useful when temporary or remote electric power is needed, but they can be hazardous. The primary hazards to avoid when using them are carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock or electrocution, and fire. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) would like you to know that there are simple steps you can take to prevent [...]
Read MoreAs the temperatures dip this winter many of us rely on space heaters to suplement heat in our homes or places of work. However, space heaters can be a real safety hazard if you don’t take the proper precautions when using them. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that more than 25,000 residential fires [...]
Read MoreTo “gear up” for winter driving, below is a list of general winter weather preparedness tips: Travel Items to Include: All cars should be equipped with road maps, a cell phone, a blanket (especially if traveling with small children and infants), a shovel, a windshield scraper, a towrope, booster cables, and a brightly colored cloth [...]
Read MoreThe delicious deep-fried turkey has quickly grown in popularity but safety experts are concerned that backyard chefs may be sacrificing fire safety for good taste. Please take a moment to review these hazards and safety tips regarding turkey fryers.
Read MoreMendham fire Department will begin utilizing a new communications service, effective November 19, 2012, that allows us to send important, valuable community information directly to residents using the latest technology.
Read MorePer the National Weather Service: A low pressure system off the Mid-Atlantic coast will continue to strengthen as it moves north on Wednesday, bringing rain, snow, and/or a mixture of precipitation to areas across the northern Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, as well as wind gusts as high as 60 mph along the coast. Snowfall across interior [...]
Read MoreHurricane Sandy information, safety tips and important links and phone numbers. We will try our best to keep this page updated throughout the storm.
Read MoreOctober 1st is National Fire Drill Day. Please take some time to prepare and review a fire escape plan, then practice it on October 1st. In the event of a fire, remember that every second counts, so you and your family must always be prepared. Escape plans help you get out of your home quickly. [...]
Read MoreTime to Get Ready… —From the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management Hazardous weather impacts New Jersey residents on a regular basis. Many of us have experienced the long-term power outages, flooding, evacuations, property destruction, debris and other impacts to our daily lives that can result from the onset of nature’s fury. We can’t stop [...]
Read MoreAll open burning is regulated by the State of New Jersey either by the Division of Fire Safety, New Jersey Forest Fire Service, or New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Most open burning requires a permit, however a campfire is allowed on property owned and occupied by you without a fire safety permit under the [...]
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