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The campaign provides an opportunity to educate everyone about the simple but important actions individuals can take to keep themselves and those around them safe when cooking.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, or NFPA, the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week, cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries in the United States.
“Cal Fire encourages all Californians to embrace the 2023 Fire Prevention Week theme, ‘Cooking safety starts with you,” said Chief Daniel Berlant, recently appointed State Fire Marshal. “Creating fire safe habits in the kitchen will help keep you and your family safe from cooking injuries and ensures you are doing everything you can to prevent a fire from starting in your home while cooking.”
“Year after year, cooking remains the leading cause of home fires by far, accounting for almost half — 49% — of all U.S. home fires,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of outreach and advocacy at NFPA. “These numbers tell us that there is still much work to do when it comes to better educating the public about ways to stay safe when cooking.”
Cal Fire and NFPA offer these key safety tips to help reduce the risk of a cooking fire:
• Have a “kid- and pet-free zone” of at least 3 feet (1 meter) around the stove or grill and anywhere else hot food or drink is prepared.
• Watch what you heat. Always keep a close eye on what you are cooking. Set a timer to remind you that you are cooking.
• Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove to help prevent accidental burns and always watch young children in the kitchen.
• Always keep a lid nearby when cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide the lid over the pan and turn off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it is completely cooled. For an oven fire, turn off the heat and keep the door closed.
• If you need to use your fire extinguisher, apply the Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep (PASS) method: Pull the pin to break the seal and test the extinguisher; Aim at the base of the fire and ensure you have a means of escape; Squeeze the operating handle to discharge the extinguishing agent; Sweep from side to side, aiming at the base of the fire until it is completely extinguished. If the fire cannot be extinguished, then retreat to a safe distance from the fire and call 911.
An accessible and working fire extinguisher is fundamental to kitchen safety. Having the correct type of fire extinguisher in an accessible location and knowing how to safely use it is essential to safely being able to put out a fire in your kitchen.
“Taking a few extra steps while in the kitchen could prevent injury, property damage or even death. Please take these tips seriously and practice them every time you are cooking,” said Chief Berlant.
For more information about Fire Prevention Week and cooking safety, visit www.fpw.org.
For more cooking fire safety tips from Cal Fire, see the Cooking Fire Safety Fact Sheet.
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The agency said a cold front will bring the “quick bout of rain” to the North Coast region.
More rain is forecast for the north of the region, with less rain expected in Lake County.
Up to half an inch is possible in Lake County on Monday and Tuesday, the forecast said.
Conditions are forecast to clear on Wednesday and Thursday, with chances of rain returning from Friday night through Sunday.
Wind is in the forecast for most of the week, peaking with speeds of 14 miles per hour and gusts of more than 20 miles per hour on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Temperatures this week will range from the mid 70s during the day to the high 40s at night.
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LAKEPORT, Calif. — The Rotary Club of Lakeport has launched an educational initiative aimed at nurturing the curiosity and knowledge of young minds in the Lakeport, Lucerne and Upper Lake school districts.
Beginning this month, the club will distribute copies of National Geographic's acclaimed book, "Why?" to every third grader in those districts.
"Why?” delves into the mysteries of the world, providing answers to the curious questions that often arise in young minds.
From the changing seasons to the formation of deserts, this book takes readers on a fascinating journey of discovery, encouraging them to explore, question, and learn.
The Rotary Club of Lakeport believes in the power of education and the importance of fostering a love for learning from an early age.
By providing these books to third graders, the club aims to inspire a lifelong passion for knowledge and exploration.
"We are thrilled to bring 'Why?' to the young students in Lakeport and Upper Lake," said Rotary President Mark Lipps. “We believe that knowledge is a gateway to endless possibilities, and this project aligns perfectly with our mission to serve our community and support the growth of our future leaders.”
Together, let's ignite the flames of curiosity and empower our children to ask, "Why?" and dream big.
For more information about the Rotary Club of Lakeport and their various community initiatives, please visit www.lakeportrotary.org.
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The stream clearing and permitting overview town hall will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Board of Supervisors chambers at the Lake County Courthouse, 255 N. Forbes St, Lakeport.
It also will be conducted via Zoom; the meeting ID is 335 330 8388, passcode is 769928
Organizers will offer insights into the ongoing local and state efforts dedicated to the removal of Clear Lake hitch barriers in Lake County’s streams, fostering a healthier aquatic ecosystem.
Attendees will find out how private landowners can actively engage in conservation efforts and contribute to the preservation of natural habitats.
There also will be information about the Streambed Alteration Program by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, including an in-depth exploration of the permitting process for vegetation clearing, vital for maintaining the delicate balance of our local environment.
All interested citizens, environmental enthusiasts and residents of Lake County are encouraged to participate in this town hall.
To learn more about this town hall event, please contact Lake County Water Resources at 707-263-2344.
Visit the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Streambed Alteration Program website for more information.