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  1. Now that it's getting cold, keep kids & pets away from space heaters. Never use one overnight in the room where you are sleeping. Be safe.
  2. When calling 9-1-1, have the address of the emergency, the number U R calling from, & the nature of the emergency. We're here 2 help!
  3. Go to http://phoenix.gov/FIRE to view the latest behind-the-scenes video of the Phoenix Fire Department hard at work. Great stuff!
  4. City of Phx. & United Phx. Fire Fighters Association to unveil historical marker for fallen fire fighter on Saturday at 10 am. 602-495-7398.
  5. Donate a toy & ride on a fire truck! Event from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, December 5th at Target, 2727 W. Agua Fria Frwy. Join us!
  6. The Home Depot, APS & Phoenix Police & Fire to hold a Community Safety Fair at 2217 E. Bell Road's Home Depot at noon this Saturday, 12/5.
  7. Free immunizations will B given by the Phoenix Fire Dept. on Dec. 3rd from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Deer Valley Community Center. Join us!
  8. Have U tested your smoke detector lately? U should replace the batteries every month. If U hear chirping that means you need a new battery.
  9. Phx Fire Dept wants you to enjoy our mountain trails:water, good shoes, and knowing your limits. The top of the hill will be there tomorrow!
  10. Smoke alarms R your "nose at night." Properly install and maintain them so that they can help save your life. http://phoenix.gov/FIRE.
  11. Pedestrians only have the right of way on sidewalks & designated pedestrian crossings w/ signals. Please watch out when U cross the street.
  12. When deep frying a turkey for the holidays, don't overfill the fryer w/oil. It may spill out when the turkey is placed into the fryer.
  13. Donate a toy & take a ride in a fire truck or police car. On December 5, 2009, from 4-8 p.m., meet at Target at 2727 W. Agua Fria Freeway.
  14. Never use a space heater overnight in UR room. It should never be left unattended. Place heaters at least 3 feet away from objects.
  15. There are 11 species of rattlesnakes in Arizona. As the weather cools, they may be out more. Watch your step while hiking. Be safe.
  16. Water at temps between 124 & 130 degrees Fahrenheit is hot enough to do laundry & dishes w/out causing a major threat to U and your family.
  17. Is your baby buckled into your car seat safely? Is the seat itself buckled in the right way? Call 602-495-KIDS (5437). 602-495-KIDS (5437)
  18. The symptoms of H1N1 flu virus R similar 2 seasonal flu -- fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, chills & fatigue. StopTheSpreadAZ.org
  19. Here's a great link for people to learn about the issue of asbestos cancer. http://www.asbestos.com/
  20. In 2009, Phx. has had 70 drowning incidents w/14 fatalities.Last year, we had 82 incidents w/26 fatalities.Watch UR kids around water.