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Center Point Fire would like to remind you that it is National Preparedness Month  
Reference: 
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/citizens/focus/emergency.shtm 
This September marks the ninth annual NPM. This year’s theme is “Pledge to Prepare - Awareness to Action”. FEMA is asking the public -- individuals, business, and organizations -- to take specific action steps by doing at least one of the following: 
Learn about emergency hazards - including home fires -and their appropriate responses 
Make a communications plan 
Build an emergency kit 
Get involved in preparedness in their community. 
Prepare for a Fire Emergency 
In less than 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for a house to fill with thick black smoke and become engulfed in flames. By preparing for a fire emergency, you can greatly reduce your chances of becoming a fire casualty. 
Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, including the basement. For extra safety, install smoke alarms both inside and outside sleeping areas. 
Test your smoke alarms once a month and change the batteries at least once a year. 
Replace smoke alarms every 8-10 years or as the manufacturer guidelines recommend. 
Plan your escape from fire. The best plans have two ways to get out of each room.  
Practice fire escape plans several times a year. Practice feeling your way out of the house in the dark or with your eyes closed.  
Purchase only collapsible escape ladders evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory such as Underwriters Laboratory (UL).  
Check that windows are not stuck, screens can be taken out quickly, and that security bars can be properly opened.  
Make sure everyone in your family understands and practices how to properly operate and open locked or barred doors and windows. 
Consider installing residential fire sprinklers in your home.
Fire Chief Donnie West congratulating newly promoted Battalion Chief Lonnie West
New Employees from Left to Right: Daniel Shelton, John Wilder, Dalton Teal, and  Alex Fritz
Summer Fire Safety 
Source: http://www.usfa.fema.gov/citizens/home_fire_prev/holiday-seasonal/summer.shtm 
Summer Storm Fire Safety 
Protect yourself, your family and your home from the potential threat of fire during or after a summer storm. 
Learn More 
Every year Americans look forward to summer vacations, camping, family reunions, picnics, and the Fourth of July. Summertime, however, also brings fires and injuries due to fireworks and outdoor cooking. Knowing a few fire safety tips and following instructions will help everyone have a safe summer. 
Fireworks Safety 
The best way to protect your family is not to use fireworks at home - period. The U.S. Fire Administration recommends attending public fireworks displays and leaving the lighting to the professionals. 
A special study by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) shows that firework