Pinch Volunteer Fire Department
 

2024 Responses
Runs Structure Fires MVA
Jan 57 4 21
Feb 59 5 14
Mar 47 3 13
Apr 66 4 11
May 59 4 16
Jun 46 3 15
Jul 55 3 17
Aug 54 3 17
Sep 62 3 12
Oct 56 6 15
Nov 67 4 15
Dec
Total 628 42 166

Past Responses
Year Total Calls Structure Fires MVA
2023 652 45 171
2022 625 64 164
2021 640 68 189
2020 583 62 156
2019 645
2018 697
2017 695
2016 850
2015 732
2014 670
2013 832
2012 899
2011 786
2010 771
Total 10077 239 680

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Home Fire Safety: What Seniors Need To Know

Americans over the age of 65 are at the greatest risk of dying in a fire. Most seniors who perish each year in fires do not have a working smoke detectors in their homes.

If you are a senior, remember to do the following:

  • Have a smoke detectors installed in your home; make sure they are checked monthly.
  • Have a licensed electrician examine the wiring in your home; also, have the wiring on your appliances checked.
  • Keep space heaters away from combustible materials.
  • Never cook in loose-fitting clothing that could catch fire over the stove.
  • Avoid smoking inside the house; if you must smoke, do not smoke in bed, around upholstered furniture or near anything that may ignite easily.
  • Keep your address and directions to your house next to your phone in case you have to call to report an emergency.
  • If fire breaks out put a cloth or towel over your mouth and nose and crawl low on the floor to the nearest exit.
  • In case of a fire: get out of the house immediately, call for emergency assistance, and DO NOT GO BACK INTO THE HOUSE FOR ANY REASON.
  • Talk to other seniors about starting a fire prevention education group and invite a fire official to a meeting.
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Pinch, West Virginia 25156

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