Colebrook Fire Department

05/29/2026

05/16/2026

May is Electrical Safety Month!

You can prevent home electrical fires by following these simple safety tips:
- Never use extension cords with appliances.
- Plug appliances directly into wall outlets.
- Don’t overload extension cords or wall outlets.
- Unplug small appliances when not in use.

For more resources on this safety campaign, see the Electrical Safety Foundation International's (ESFI) website.
https://www.esfi.org/program/national-electrical-safety-month/

05/15/2026

Lint happens. Fires don’t have to. Lint buildup can lead to a dryer fire if it’s not cleaned regularly.

• Clean the lint filter before or after each load.
• Make sure the outdoor vent flap opens when the dryer is running.
• Have a qualified service person clean the inside of the dryer cabinet and exhaust duct once a year.

Learn more: https://nfpa.social/3XEgQZ8

05/14/2026

If you need to call 911 to report an emergency, but are unable to speak, it is not safe to speak, or your cell phone has poor service or a low battery impeding your ability to make a call, you can send a text to 911. The same compassionate, highly-trained telecommunicators who answer voice calls to 911 will respond to your text to connect you to the help you need.
• Enter the numbers “911” in the “To” field.
• Include your location and nature of the emergency.
• Send message - Answer all questions to the best of your ability and follow instructions.
• Use words only. The system does not accept photos, videos, emojis, pinned locations, etc.

05/14/2026

National Home Fire Sprinkler Week is May 10-16, 2026!

According to Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition:
- Home fire sprinklers only spray when the temperature in the room rises quickly.
- The sprinkler above the fire is the only one that sprays.
- Fire sprinklers and smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a fire by 82%.

For more resources on Home Fire Sprinkler Week, visit:
https://homefiresprinkler.org/home-fire-sprinkler-week-2026/

05/14/2026

Teach them their address. Even young children can learn their address and phone number. Empower your children to act in an emergency. Teach them how and when to call 911. They might save your life.

05/14/2026

Learn life-saving Hands-Only CPR in just 15 minutes during EMS Week 2026. Free trainings across all five NH Executive Council districts. No experience needed.

05/12/2026

The daily fire danger for 05/12/26 is “HIGH” - Wildfires are likely. Fires in heavy, continuous fuel such as mature grassland, w**d fields and forest litter, will be difficult to control under windy conditions. Control through direct attack may be difficult but possible and mop-up will be required. Outdoor burning should be restricted to early morning and late evening hours.