Are you Heart Healthy?

According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease - which includes heart disease and stroke - remains the leading global cause of death with more than 17.3 million deaths each year.

Every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a heart attack and over 48% of adults have some form of cardiovascular disease. However, the Risk Factors for Heart Disease have been Cleary identified for years and the top risks include,

*high blood pressure

*obesity

*high cholesterol

*physical inactivity

*smoking

Knowing the risk factors is very important, but acting on them is the most important thing you can do for your health. So in the month of February we invite you to BE SWEET TO YOUR HEART!

Cardiac Arrest? or Heart Attack?

If someone is in cardiac arrest and they are not breathing, they need CPR to survive. Their chance of a successful outcome is doubled or tripled if CPR is started immediately. Then if an AED is available, it should be used as soon as possible.

If someone is experiencing a heart attack, they need to get to a hospital emergency room ASAP.

If you are having symptoms of a heart related emergency, calling 911 is crucial.

Our current CPR classes are filled to capacity. We will advertise any upcoming community classes here and on our Facebook page. You can always visit, The American Heart Association at www.heart.org for more information on all things heart health and any classes they offer.

If you call for us in bad weather and we cannot see your house numbers we may pass your driveway. As many of you know, in our rural areas, that means driving a distance more to find somewhere to safely turn around large apparatus. This delays our response to your emergency when seconds count. Please take a moment to clear your mailbox, house numbers and entryway. Help your neighbor also!

Generator & CO Safety

Know the Symptoms of Deadly Carbon Monoxide

As we enter New England winter season it is important to take steps to prepare yourself and your vehicle for some hazardous driving. Take steps now to help prevent accidents and stay safe this winter.

Winter Safety

Our Work

Helping Keep Woodstock Safe.

Emergency Drills

Training for all scenarios.

Fire Tips

How prevent wildfires

Clear dry brush and leaves regularly to reduce fire fuel near your home. Make sure fireplace coals are completely cold prior to disposal and always use metal containers for them.

Smoke alarm tips

Emergency Plan

Have an evacuation plan, keep emergency kits ready, and stay informed about local fire conditions.

Test your smoke alarms monthly and make sure you change the batteries at least once per year.

Call 911 immediately for any fire or medical emergencies in our service area.