Author: Venkata Sridhar Panchagnula

Your smoke alarms should be changed out every 10 years. If you are a resident of Gwinnett County and would like a free home safety survey and free smoke alarms installed, please call 678.518.4845.

STOP: Stay At Least 30 Feet Away Assume any downed or low-hanging power line is energized and dangerous. An energized line may not spark, smoke or make any noise. Stay at least 30 feet away from downed distribution lines Stay at least 100 feet away from downed tranmission lines. LOOK: Survey the Area for Objects that May Be Energized Carefully survey the area. Downed lines can energize the ground and nearby objects. Keep the same distance from anything else that could be energized, instruct others to stay away. LIVE: Call 911 to Report the Downed Power Line The 911 operator…

Following the simple safety rules listed below can make for a fun and enjoyable Halloween Night. TRICK-OR-TREATING : Trick-or-treat in familiar neighborhoods. Walk! Don’t run from house to house and use the sidewalk if available. Never enter the house while trick-or-treating. Never accept a ride or go with strangers. Stay in groups and carry a flashlight. Report suspicious activity to the police immediately. MOTORISTS : Drive slowly and remain cautious, especially in residential areas. Watch for children walking in the street or standing in the median. Obey all traffic and pedestrian regulations. Avoid the use of drugs or alcohol during…

With Halloween just around the corner, the thrill of costumes and candy is in the air! It's important to keep our little trick-or-treaters protected. We teamed up with Gwinnett County Police to share key tips on supervision, selecting safe costumes, and checking treats to make sure everyone has a fun and safe Halloween! For safety tips from GCFES Click Here.

As temperatures drop, don't forget: turn off space heaters before going to bed! ???? While they can keep you warm, leaving them on unattended is a major fire hazard. Protect your home and loved ones by turning off and unplugging space heaters every night. Safety always comes first!

Don't let AED myths shock you. Starting CPR and using an AED as soon as possible gives a person the best chance of surviving cardiac arrest. Tap through this post to test your knowledge about AED safety. For more facts Click Here.

It is important to regularly check if any of your household items have been recalled. Check the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website at CPSC.gov/Recallsand learn about recalls that may affect you.