GREER FIRE DISITRICT STATION #2 DEDICATION

For those of you who haven't heard. Station #2 was Dedicated to Dan (D. E.) Leeds and the Leeds Family on May 23, 2009, for his long and dedicated service to the Fire District.  The Dedication was a surprise to many, especially Dan, the Open House held the same day was our cover.  A sand stone sign and flower box was erected in the front of Station #2 for the ceremony.  As you can see it on our Home Page.  Dan continues to service the District and we are all grateful for his experience and dedication.   I would like to Thank all those who participated and made it such a success.

Fuels Reduction Grant

The Greer Fire District has received funds to be disbursed over the next 3 years to reimburse homeowners for up 90% or $1200 per acre for cleaning up their properties and reducing fuel load.  Look for information packets under Greer Firewise page.  If you are interested fill out the packet and return to the Greer Fire District.  You may also stop by Station #2 and fill one out.

Cinder Pit

Home owners continue to take advantage of the cinder pit being open slash and debris as properties are being cleaned up.  We commend those who have cleaned their properties or are in the process of cleaning and encourage them to maintain their properties clear of slash and debris, reducing the potential for fire.  Weather permitting, the pit will remain open, so home owners may continue to haul off slash and clean their properties.  Look for notices around Greer, at the Pit and even on our Website when the Pit will open for 2010.  The pit will probably cl;ose for winter the end of November 2009

Things YOU can do to Protect your Home & Property

• Create a “Defensive Space” – Remove all dry grass, brush, dead leaves & slash ATLEAST 30 FEET from your Home. Fire Resistant landscaping is recommended.

• Remove any & all branches overhanging or within 10 feet of your roof.

• Cover your chimney/stovepipes with non-flammable screen (Spark Arrester) of ¼ inch or smaller mesh.

• Any new construction or remodeling should be done with Fire Resistant materials, including siding and roofing.

• Space trees and shrubs 10 feet apart. Reduce the number of trees in heavily wooded areas.

• Trees taller than 18 feet, prune lower branches 6 feet off the ground, prevent fire from reaching the tops of trees.

• Stack firewood & scrap piles at least 30 feet from your home and clear flammable vegetation within 10 feet of the piles.

• Locate LPG tanks at least 30 feet from any structure and surround the tank with a 10 foot clearance around.

• Maintain your “DEFENSIVE SPACE.”

If you would like other suggestions or recommendations to protect your Home & Property or have questions or concerns regarding safety, fire conditions, fire prevention or general questions about the Greer Fire Department you may contact us at (928) 735-7279.

Thank You, Greer Fire District

Mark Wade – CEP
Fire Chief
Greer Fire Department