The reason your chimney needs annual cleaning and a chimney sweep is because the smoke produced by your fire has tiny unburned flammable solid particles and oils from the wood which adhere to the walls of your chimney flue as soot. This … Continue reading
What do surfing, fishing, water skiing, and swimming have in common? They are all lots of fun…and they all take place in, on, or around the water! Water activities are a great way to stay cool and have a good … Continue reading
NFPA says enjoy grilling, but stay safe; Many of us now fire up our grills throughout the entire year, and that’s why grill safety is more important than ever. Whether you use charcoal, wood, gas or electricity for grilling, a … Continue reading
Now is the time to prepare your defensible space for your home. See the specific information on CalFire’s handout. For more detail, please check out Defensible Space.
All brands and types of fireworks are not allowed within the boundaries of the Ebbetts Pass Fire District, except those allowed by permit at special events. 4th of July Safety Tips “CAL FIRE Urges Fireworks Safety” video: … Continue reading
Ebbetts Pass Fire District has partnered with Cal Boating to make life jackets available to the public on a loan basis. Ebbetts Pass Fire District has life jackets available for children and adults. An individual or family can check out … Continue reading
Your Emergency Responders Need Your Help! IN AN EMERGENCY, WHEN SECONDS COUNT! WE WANT TO BE ABLE TO FIND YOU ! Is your street address posted ? Are the numbers clearly visible FROM THE STREET, even at night … Continue reading
It’s all over the news and these reports say it best …. theKCRAchannel.com SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Novelty cigarette lighters made to look like toys have state fire officials concerned the item might fall into the wrong, tiny hands. The lighters … Continue reading
All brands and types of fireworks are not allowed within the boundaries of the Ebbetts Pass Fire District, except those allowed by permit at special events. Each July Fourth, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while … Continue reading
Summer is a great time to have fun outdoors. It’s also a time to take precautions to avoid sunburns, which can increase your risk of skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. … Continue reading
From CPR Classes & LifeJacket Loan Programs to our Vial-of-Life Project, the Ebbetts Pass Fire District offers many beneficial programs for our community.
Fire prevention starts with you. Creating a "defensible space", having functioning fire extinguishers & smoke detectors, campfire safety and much more.
