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Page last updated January 05, 2010
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Welcome to the Neversink Fire
Department website.
The NFD currently has 49 active members, of those 7 are also
active members of the Neversink Fire Department
EMS.
The NFD provides both Fire and EMS protection to about 1,000
people, covering approximately 50 square miles. The NFD
also provides mutual aid response to the surrounding areas,
including
Grahamsville,
Woodbourne,
Liberty, Claryville, Loch Sheldrake,
and occasionally mutual aid to
Ulster County
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The population can quadruple in the
summer time due to visitors in the area. |
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Call STATS |
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2010* |
1 |
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2009 |
49 |
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2008 |
57 |
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2007 |
51 |
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2006 |
52 |
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*approx. year
to date |
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Turkey fryer hazards
- Many units easily tip over, spilling the
hot oil from the cooking pot.
- If the cooking pot is overfilled with
oil, the oil may spill out of the unit when the turkey is
placed into the cooking pot. Oil may hit the burner or
flames, causing a fire to engulf the entire unit.
- Partially frozen turkeys placed into the
fryer can cause a spillover effect. This too may result in
an extensive fire.
- With no thermostat controls, the units
also have the potential to overheat the oil to the point of
combustion.
- The lid and handles on the sides of the
cooking pot get dangerously hot, posing severe burn hazards.
Important safety information
If you absolutely must
use a turkey fryer, please use the following tips.
- Turkey fryers should always be used
outdoors a safe distance from buildings and any other
flammable materials.
- Never use turkey fryers in a garage or
on a wooden deck.
- Make sure the fryers are used on a flat
surface to reduce accidental tipping.
- Never leave the fryer unattended. Most
units do not have thermostat controls. If you do not watch
the fryer carefully, the oil will continue to heat until it
catches fire.
- Never let children or pets near the
fryer even if it is not in use. The oil inside the cooking
pot can remain dangerously hot hours after use.
- To avoid oil spillover, do not overfill
the fryer.
- Use well-insulated potholders or oven
mitts when touching pot or lid handles. If possible, wear
safety goggles to protect your eyes from oil splatter.
- Make sure the turkey is completely
thawed and be careful with marinades. Oil and water do not
mix, and water causes oil to spill over causing a fire or
even an explosion hazard.
- The National Turkey Federation (NTF)
recommends thawing the turkey in the refrigerator
approximately 24 hours for every five pounds in weight.
- Keep an all-purpose fire extinguisher
nearby. Never use water to extinguish a grease fire. If the
fire is manageable, use your all-purpose fire extinguisher.
If the fire increases, immediately call the fire department
for help.
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We
need
your
help!
Now
more
than
ever
the
volunteer
Fire
Departments
and
EMS agencies
need
help! |
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Pose
this
question
to
yourself... |
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What if you had an emergency and no one came? |
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This scenario is not a imaginary one! EMS
squads around the region have been forced to shut their doors and more
are closing their doors during the day throughout the normal
Monday through Friday week due to manpower issues. Relying on
surrounding also short on manpower squads and the single paid
EMS company in the county. This
puts a strain on both the covering squads and the paid companies
manpower. With today's busy life's and families that have 1 or
more member working second and third jobs they have little or no
time to volunteer. With less time in our life's for helping
others this leaves critical manpower shortages within our
communities. This critical shortage is a potential life
threatening issue. For someone who needs help due to an illness
or life threatening injury they may have to wait for help to
come from an extended distance.
This effects everyone in one way or another. Yes, mostly for
the person in need of help, but for the family member that might
suffer a loss of a loved one.
What can you do to help? Any time that you can spare is greatly
needed! Did you know that all training, uniforms and other
equipment is provided free of charge? Ever thought about
becoming an EMT? We can provide the training for free! Ever
thought about fighting a fire? That training also is provided
free! Are you willing to help but cant devote the time to the
training or maybe you just want to help around the firehouse?
Well help is also needed in all areas.
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!
For more information on volunteering contact us today.
nfd@hvc.rr.com
or call 845-866-6329
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What do different colored flashing lights
mean on personal vehicles?
These lights are only to be used in the event of an emergency
operation. The people who display and use these lights must have
written permission from the authorized chief officer of the
organization for which they are volunteering.
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A flashing blue
light indicates a volunteer fire fighter
responding to an emergency call. |
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A flashing green
light indicates a volunteer ambulance service
member responding to an emergency call. |
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A flashing amber
light, indicates a hazard vehicle engaged in a
hazardous operation (i.e., snowplow, tow-truck, utility company
vehicle).
NOTE: In cities with a population over 1
million, a flashing amber light
may be used on the vehicle of an individual who is a member of a
volunteer civil or crime patrol. |
What should I do if I am approached by a
personal vehicle with a colored light flashing?
These are not emergency vehicles. Their drivers must obey all
traffic laws. You need not yield the right of way to
these vehicles. However, if you can do so
safely, you should yield the right of way to vehicles with blue or
green flashing lights as a courtesy. Also, be
cautious in the vicinity of a hazard vehicle.
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NYS V&T Law
regarding emergency lights |
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2009 Neversink FD No reproduction, partial or in whole of any
text, photos or any other content without the written permission of the
NFD. If you have any questions you may contact us at
nfd@hvc.rr.com | |
