Fire and Rescue NSW carrying out caravan fire safety blitz during Country Music Festival - Tamworth
Published: 16 Jan 2024 01:37pm
The Commander of Fire and Rescue NSW’s New England/North-West region will address media outlets tomorrow about an upcoming campaign to promote caravan fire safety during the Tamworth Country Music Festival.
FRNSW crews are planning a sweep through busy local caravan parks this week, checking the condition of smoke alarms and providing van owners with preventative safety advice.
NSW Laws make it compulsory to have at least one working smoke alarm inside a van near the bed and another one positioned in the annex if used as a sleeping area.
FRNSW is embarking on a Tamworth Country Music Festival Fire Safety Campaign, reminding scores of visiting caravan and campervanners that a working smoke alarm can often mean the difference between survival and a fire tragedy.
“It’s not just the flames that can take your life, it’s also the toxic smoke that can render you unconscious and kill you during a fire,” FRNSW New England/North-West Zone Commander, Tom Cooper, said.
“Remember, you can’t smell when you’re asleep so a working smoke alarm is your best warning option if a fire breaks out,” Superintendent Cooper added.
“Just like at home, it’s also crucial you and your loved ones have a fire escape plan to get out of the caravan in the event of an emergency.”
WHEN: 10am TOMORROW (Wednesday 17 January)
WHERE: Music Festival Headquarters, Fitzroy Street, Tamworth
WHO: Supt Tom Cooper, FRNSW New England/North-West Region Zone Commander
For further information, contact Supt Cooper on 0400 440 100.
Updated: 16 Jan 2024 01:42pm
Related safety topics
It“s the law to have at least one working smoke alarm installed on every level of your home.
Having a home escape plan and a working smoke alarm increases your chances of getting out safely.
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