Fire Chief Greco Explains E.D.I.T.H. Home Fire Precautions
By Stephen E. Lipken
Pelham Manor Mayor Jennifer Monachino Lapey opened the October 14th meeting, wishing a Happy Columbus Day for those who celebrate it.
Then Trustee/Fire Commissioner Daniel J. McLaughlin extended condolences to fellow Trustee/Deputy Mayor Breda Bennett on the death of her family member in Dublin, Ireland.
Trustee Timothy M. Case thanked Department of Public Works (DPW) Foreman Michael DiBenedetto, Police Chief Greg Sancho and staff for their preparation for the nor’easter storm that occurred October 12th – 13th, although it was not as bad as anticipated.
“Be sure to download the FEMA App to receive real time weather and emergency alerts from the National Weather Service, to be prepared for prolonged power outages, flash floods, hurricanes and more,” Case stressed.
Lapey averred that the Village has committments from Con Ed for paving.
Fire Chief Michael Greco reported one structure fire that was contained to the room of its origin.
There were 13 rescue calls, one where a dog was stuck on a roof and was carried through a second story window. “We did not have any motor vehicle accidents on the surface streets the with exception of one on Boston Post Road near I-95.
“Be sure to change the batteries in your carbon monoxide detectors and do not place leaf piles near fire hydrants nor park over them, which could cause a vehicle fire,” Greco emphasized.
Greco mentioned Exit Drills in the Home (EDITH), practicing escape routes for your family in case of fire. “Key steps include drawing a floor plan with at least two ways out of every room, establishing an outdoor meeting spot and practicing these drills at least twice a year. You should also install and maintain smoke alarms and teach family members to stay low to avoid smoke.”