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Old Buildings Become Fire Hazards Without Proper Maintenance

By www.facilitiesnet.com
Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 CST


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NFPA and The Center for Campus Fire Safety raise student awareness of fire hazards in on- and off-campus housing during September and October

By www.nfpa.org
Published On :: 30 Aug2017 19:37:24 GMT

September is Campus Fire Safety Month and this year the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and The Center for Campus Fire Safety (The Center) are working together to promote their national Campus Fire Safety for Students campaign. The campaign raises awareness about the dangers of fires among college-aged students who live in on- and off-campus college housing.


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Experts Advise Regular Air Conditioner Tune Ups to Prevent Fire Hazards

By www.24-7pressrelease.com
Published On :: Fri, 07 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Homeowners are at risk of fire related calamities caused by air conditioners that lack maintenance. Experts recommend regular checks by certified HVAC techs.


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Bushfire hazard reduction burn – Tugun Hill Conservation Area

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Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:26:23 +0000

Streets/area affected: Tugun Hill Conservation Area eastern portions, Taperell Drive, Tugun

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Wednesday, July 17, 2019 - 17:00 to Friday, July 19, 2019 - 05:00
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Start: Wednesday 17th July 2019 (weather permitting)
End:  Thursday 18th July 2019 (weather permitting)
Duration: Two days

In partnership with Queensland Fire & Emergency Service, the City will door knock residents adjoining burn locations to provide information regarding bushfire protection and preparedness leading into this year’s fire season. Minimal disruption to residents is expected.Residents with health issues associated with smoke are encouraged to contact the City’s Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 6984.

For more information on the scheduled hazard reduction burn program, visit the Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigade Group website.


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Bushfire hazard reduction burn – Pacific Pines Parklands

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Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 03:12:27 +0000

Start: 8.00am, Tuesday 23 July (weather permitting)
End:  5.00pm, Friday 26 July
Duration:  Four days

In partnership with Queensland Fire & Emergency Service, the City will door knock residents adjoining burn locations to provide information regarding bushfire protection and preparedness leading into this year’s fire season. Minimal disruption to residents is expected. Residents with health issues associated with smoke are encouraged to contact the City’s Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 6984.

For more information on the scheduled hazard reduction burn program, visit the Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigade Group website.

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Tuesday, July 23, 2019 - 18:00 to Saturday, July 27, 2019 - 03:00
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Bushfire hazard reduction burn – Production Ave Reserve, Molendina

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Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2019 00:00:20 +0000

Production Ave Reserve, 10A Production Avenue, Molendina

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Tuesday, July 30, 2019 - 17:00 to Wednesday, July 31, 2019 - 03:00
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Start: 7.00am, Tuesday 30 July (weather permitting)
End:  5.00pm, Tuesday 30 July
Duration: 1 day
In partnership with Queensland Fire & Emergency Service, the City will door knock residents adjoining burn locations to provide information regarding bushfire protection and preparedness leading into this year’s fire season. Minimal disruption to residents is expected.Residents with health issues associated with smoke are encouraged to contact the City’s Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 6984.

For more information on the scheduled hazard reduction burn program, visit the Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigade Group website.


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Bushfire hazard reduction burn – Wongawallan Conservation Area

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Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2019 00:03:10 +0000

Streets/area affected: Lanes Road, Wongawallan

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Saturday, August 3, 2019 - 09:58 to Thursday, August 8, 2019 - 09:58
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Start <time/date>: 7:00am, Saturday 3rd August (weather permitting)
End <time/date>:  5:00pm, Wednesday 7th August
Duration:   Five days

In partnership with Queensland Fire & Emergency Service, the City will door knock residents adjoining burn locations to provide information regarding bushfire protection and preparedness leading into this year’s fire season. Minimal disruption to residents is expected.Residents with health issues associated with smoke are encouraged to contact the City’s Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 6984.

For more information on the scheduled hazard reduction burn program, visit the Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigade Group website.


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Bushfire hazard reduction burn – Tourmaline Reserve Reedy Creek

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Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2019 23:11:33 +0000

Streets/area affected: Tourmaline Reserve, Lot 913 Worchester Terrace, Reedy Creek

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Wednesday, August 14, 2019 - 18:00 to Saturday, August 17, 2019 - 03:00
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Start: 8.00am, Wednesday 14 August (weather permitting)
End: 5.00pm, Friday 16 August (weather permitting)
Duration: Three days

In partnership with Queensland Fire & Emergency Service, the City will door knock residents adjoining burn locations to provide information regarding bushfire protection and preparedness leading into this year’s fire season. Minimal disruption to residents is expected.Residents with health issues associated with smoke are encouraged to contact the City’s Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 6984.

For more information on the scheduled hazard reduction burn program, visit the Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigade Group website.


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Bushfire hazard reduction burn - Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area

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Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2019 03:48:40 +0000

North western portion of Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area, Lot 201 Shelter Road Coombabah (opposite Myola Court)

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019 - 19:00 to Friday, August 30, 2019 - 03:00
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Start <time/date>: 9am, Tuesday 27 August 2019 (weather permitting)
End <time/date>:  5pm, Thursday 28 August 2019
Duration:  Three days

In partnership with Queensland Fire & Emergency Service, the City will door knock residents adjoining burn locations to provide information regarding bushfire protection and preparedness leading into this year’s fire season. Minimal disruption to residents is expected.Residents with health issues associated with smoke are encouraged to contact the City’s Natural Areas Management Unit on 07 5581 6984.

For more information on the scheduled hazard reduction burn program, visit the Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigade Group website.


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Bushfire hazard reduction burn – King Parrot Reserve, Clagiraba

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Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2019 04:24:06 +0000

King Parrot Reserve, 328 Henri Robert Drive, Clagiraba

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Monday, September 2, 2019 - 19:00 to Saturday, September 7, 2019 - 03:00
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Start: 9:00am, Monday 2 September (weather permitting)
End: 5:00pm, Friday 6 September
Duration: 5 days


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Bioengery from trees: using cost-effective thinning to reduce forest fire hazards, based on science

By www.fs.fed.us
Published On :: Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:20:00 PST

Increasingly large and severe wildfires threaten millions of forested acres throughout the West. Under certain conditions, mechanical thinning can address these hazardous conditions while providing opportunitiesto create renewable energy and reduce our carbon footprint but how do land managers decide whether thinning is a good idea? How do they decide where to begin, and what to do with the removed trees? Prioritizing treatment areas and determining the most effective techniques for fuel hazard reduction depends on various factors such as owner objectives, forest types, and the availability of processing facilities.


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NFPA and The Center for Campus Fire Safety raise student awareness of fire hazards in on- and off-campus housing during September and October

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Published On :: Wed, 30 Aug 2017 12:37:24 PDT

September is Campus Fire Safety Month and this year the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and The Center for Campus Fire Safety (The Center) are working together to promote their national Campus Fire Safety for Students campaign. The campaign raises awareness about the dangers of fires among college-aged students who live in on- and off-campus college housing.


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