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Recreational Fire Safety

Campfires

A bear in a hat holding a shovel, pointing, with "SMOKEY" on the hat and "ONLY YOU" text below.
  1. Make sure there are no burn bans in effect and that your campsite allows campfires. 
  2. Consider your surroundings - Dry grasses close by or overhanging branches can catch fire easily. Make sure to set up your campfire away from anything that can burn. 
  3. Never leave your campfire unattended. 
  4. Pour water on your campfire when you are finished using it. Ensure the campfire is cold before walking away. If you do not have water, use dirt. 
 

No one says it better than Smokey Bear. Find his tips on Campfire Safety by CLICKING HERE. 

Fireworks 

Many residential fires are started by imroper disposal of fireworks. Keep a bucket of water nearby so you can quickly extinguish fireworks and sparklers. Soak them in the bucket overnight before disposing of them in the trash can. 

Red smiling bucket with “Thank you for joining the Bucket Brigade.” QR code and logos below.

Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control has created the Bucket Brigade to remind citizens to stay safe when disposing of fireworks. Inspired by the historical bucket brigade where neighbors helped neighbors, our program encourages kids to remind adults to soak spent fireworks overnight. This simple step prevents trash, garage, and home fires caused by improper disposal.

 

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