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Three of our members recently received their National Firefighter 1 Certification

Thanks to a partnership between Lower Macungie Fire Department, Bucks County Community College Public Safety Training Center, Allentown Fire Dept. Training Center, Emmaus Training Center, and local fire service instructors. These 2016 graduates are the 6th group of firefighters to attend Fire Academy in the Lehigh Valley thanks to this partnership. Before this, arrangement volunteer … Continue reading Three of our members recently received their National Firefighter 1 Certification

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LOWER MACUNGIE TOWNSHIP OUTSIDE BURNING POLICY & RESTRICTIONS

Lower Macungie Township through Ordinance 2012-10 regulates open burning and/or outdoor fires for the safety and general welfare of its residents. Outside or open burning within Lower Macungie is only allowed under certain conditions and restrictions without a permit if the fire is contained within an approved container and meets the criteria listed below for … Continue reading LOWER MACUNGIE TOWNSHIP OUTSIDE BURNING POLICY & RESTRICTIONS

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Carbon Monoxide Detectors FAQ

Copyright 1995, H. Brandon Guest and Hamel Volunteer Fire Department Rights to reproduce granted provided copyright information and this statement included in their entirety. This document provided for informational purposes only. No warranty with respect to suitability for use expressed or implied.   What is carbon monoxide (CO) and why do I need a carbon … Continue reading Carbon Monoxide Detectors FAQ

Carbon Monoxide Information

What is carbon monoxide? Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is called the “Invisible Killer” because it's a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. More than 150 people in the Unites States die every year from accidental nonfire-related CO poisoning associated with consumer products, including generators. Other products include faulty, improperly-used or incorrectly-vented fuel-burning appliances such as … Continue reading Carbon Monoxide Information