Altus AFB Fire Prevention

03/21/2016

Red Flag Warning today!

The National Weather Service is your best source for complete weather forecast and weather related information on the web!

03/16/2016

RECALL

The swivel fitting can separate from the hose, causing fuel to leak, posing a fire and explosion hazard.

03/12/2016

As you turn your clocks foreward this weekend take the time also to change the batteries in your home smoke detectors.

03/09/2016

RECALL

The batteries inside the clock can overheat due to defective battery springs located at the bottom of the battery compartment.

03/08/2016

RECALL

The battery packs in the flashlights can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

03/07/2016

Seasons are changing. Prepare for severe weather. Don't wait.

03/04/2016

Another Red Flag day.

03/03/2016

RECALL

The weather radio can overheat when plugged into an AC power outlet, posing a fire hazard.

03/03/2016

RECALL

The mugs were mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.

03/02/2016

Outside burning is discouraged today. If you see fire DIAL 911!

02/15/2016

RECALL

The recalled propane does not have sufficient levels of odorant to help alert consumers of a gas leak. Failure to detect leaking gas can present fire, explosion and thermal burn hazards.

02/10/2016

Most of the Fire Weather Watch from yesterday has now been upgraded to a warning. Please continue to be careful. Don't throw ci******es out of windows, don't drag things on roadways that could cause sparks, don't drive over tall grass, don't use welding materials outdoors, and PLEASE do not burn anything outdoors. Thank you!