Hot Links

This page contains links to web site that provide additional information about fire safety and prevention, and other aspects of fire department operation in general. These links are provided as a courtesy, and South Fire District is not responsible for the content of these sites. Please if you find that any of these links do not work. Also, if you know of a fire-related web site that may be of interest, please let us know that as well.

General Information

Basic Glossary Of Fire Department and Rescue Terms

Fire Service FAQ's, Trivia and Questions & Answers - Answers to questions you may have wondered about from time to time.

Fire Department History, Terminology and Tactics - Contains background and terminology pertaining to the Fire, Rescue and EMS service.

Quick Tips for Reporting on Fire and Rescue Emergency Events - Good advice for news reporters.

Recalls - Six federal agencies have joined together to create this on-line resource which covers: consumer products, motor vehicles, boats, food, medicine, cosmetics, and environmental products.

Current River Conditions - The lastest information from NOAA's River Forecast Center about river flow and flooding conditions in the Northeast. Click a location on the map for more detailed information about that area.

Sites for Kids

Sparky the Fire Dog - Fun and educational information for kids.

Fire Safety and Prevention

Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition - Fire Sprinklers are economical, reliable and proven to be the best way to protect your family and home from the dangers of fire.

Home Fire Prevention - Time-tested ways to prevent and survive a fire.

Bedroom Fire Safety - Simple steps you can take to prevent the loss of life and property from bedroom fires.

Heating Fire Safety - Prevent loss of life and property from heating fires by identifying potential hazards and following the safety tips.

Electrical Safety - Simple steps you can take to prevent the loss of life and property from electrical fires.

Holiday Fire Prevention - By following some of the outlined precautionary tips, individuals can greatly reduce their chances of becoming a holiday fire casualty.

Disaster Fire Safety - Safety tips to help protect yourself, your family and your home from the potential threat of fire during or after a disaster.

Smoking Fire Safety - Cigarettes and relaxing can be a deadly mix.

Fight Fire With Facts - Quick fact sheets covering the following topics... Alternative Heater Safety, Appliance Safety, Careless Smoking, Children and Fire, Cooking Fires, Escape Planning, Generator Safety, Holiday Fire Safety, Home Fire Sprinklers, Manufactured Home Safety, Prevent Bedroom Fires, Rural Fire Safety, Seniors and Fire, Smoke Alarms, Winter Fires