When to call 911

 
-When to call 911
-Fire
-Medical Emergencies
-Environmental Emergencies
-To report a crime
 
-Don’t call 911 for situations such as
-Noise complaints
-Barking dogs
-Complaint follow-ups
-Burning permits
-Non-emergency calls
 
-When you call 911 to request emergency help
-Know the location of your emergency, the phone number you’re calling from and what the emergency is.
-Remain Calm, Speak Clearly and answer all the operators’ questions.
-If your house is on Fire, Leave the house first then call 911 from a neighbor’s phone or your cell phone.
-Follow all the instructions given by the call taker
-Don’t hang up until the call taker tells you
 
 
In case of an Emergency call 911
Cecil County Dispatch Center (Non Emergency) (410)392-2006
Maryland State Police (410)996-7800
Cecil County Sheriff’s Office & Port Deposit Police (410)996-5500
 
 
 
This section is maintained by WWFC and member Christy Lipscomb, who also represents Harford Cecil Volunteer Firemen’s Association as Miss Fire Prevention 2009
 
If you have any questions, comments or concerns about Fire Prevention, please contact Christy at CLipscomb1987@Gmail.com

Outdoor Cooking Safety & Camping Safety
 
-Never leave food unattended
 
-Don’t place ashes in plastic or combustible bags
 
-Don’t leave campfires unattended
 
-Always have a means of extinguishment
 
-Have a good solid fire ring, made of rocks or concrete blocks
 
-Campfires and grills should be at least 30ft from any buildings
 
-Never take Lanterns or heaters inside your tent
 
-Remove all trip hazards
 
-Always supervise children around camp fires
 
 
This section is maintained by WWFC and member Christy Lipscomb, who also represents Harford Cecil Volunteer Firemen’s Association as
Miss Fire Prevention 2009
 
If you have any questions, comments or concerns about Fire Prevention, please contact Christy at CLipscomb1987@Gmail.com

 
Firework Safety
 
-Read all instructions before use
 
 
-Children should be supervised at all times
 
 
-Never point fireworks at people or pets
 
 
-Buy and use only legal items for Cecil County Md.
 
 
-Do not use near grassy or wooded areas
 
 
-Dispose of all trash properly and make sure the fireworks are completely extinguished
 
 
-Don't throw burnt sparklers on the ground
 
 
-Never be under the influence of alcohol or drugs while using fireworks
 
 
This section is maintained by WWFC and member Christy Lipscomb, who also represents Harford Cecil Volunteer Firemen’s Association as
Miss Fire Prevention 2009
 
If you have any questions, comments or concerns about Fire Prevention, please contact Christy at CLipscomb1987@Gmail.com