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Below are some quick safety tips regarding commonly requested topics, such as smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, CPR, and weather safety. Click images for more details.
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Be sure to have working smoke alarms in your home:
- Test all smoke alarms in your home monthly.
- Change batteries twice a year -- changing batteries on daylight savings is an easy way to remember.
- Replace smoke alarm units every ten years.
- Smoke alarms should be placed in all bedrooms, hallways outside living areas, and common areas.
| For fire extinguisher operation, remember PASS:
- P - Pull the pin. Pull out the pin that sits in the handle, allowing you to squeeze.
- A - Aim the nozzle. Aim the black nozzle or hose at the base of the fire.
- S - Squeeze. Squeeze down on the handle to extract the extinguishing material.
- S - Sweep. Sweep the nozzle side-to-side across the entirety of the fire.
- Fire extinguishers should be placed on each level of your home, along with one in the garage, where they can be easily accessible.
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) on unresponsive persons: - Shake and shout: make sure the person is unconscious without a pulse. Call 9-1-1.
- If necessary, lay person flat onto floor -- off of beds or chairs.
- Place hands in the center of the chest, one palm on top of the other hand.
- Push hard and fast continuously, about two compressions per second.
- Do not stop compressions until medical help arrives, or unless the person regains a pulse or starts breathing on their own.
| Be ready for all of North Texas' extremes: - Be informed. Know the types of hazards the North Texas area can experience - thunderstorms, tornadoes, winter storms, and home fires are the most common.
- Get a kit. Create an emergency kit that has essential items you and your family would need in case of extended sheltering or evacuation.
- Make a plan. Know what to do when an emergency happens and how to get important information.
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For a great general overview of fire safety that starts by offering fire prevention actions, moves through fire response, and concludes with recovery tips, please explore this article:
A special thanks to Evie Long and her family for sharing this article with us, and encouraging more Coppell families to be fire smart!
Below are some informational resources linking you to City of Coppell pages, educational websites, and various other resources you may find helpful.
To report an emergency situation call 9-1-1.
For non-emergency requests, call non-emergency dispatch at 972-304-3610.
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