Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
Special to the Valley News
New Year’s Eve is always a special night—we gather with family and friends, and sometimes hit the town—to ring in the new year. But it’s not all fun and games. Safety is a must when participating in the festivities.
The following are a few firefighter safety tips you can relate to that will help you stay safe and sound when the clock strikes midnight and the bells ring.
Designate a Qualified Apparatus Operator: Just like any other night, don’t drink and drive. Take a cab or rideshare service or arrange to stay overnight at a friend’s house. Have a friend who prefers not to drink? They’re the perfect chauffeur.
Hit the Air Brakes: Better yet if you don’t have to go behind the wheel, or even get in a car, don’t. More
