2011 FUND DRIVE NOW IN PROGRESS
Reminder:
OPEN BURNING IS ILLEGAL in the Village of Babylon and the Town of
Babylon.  This includes CHIMINEAS and FIRE PITS.  Dispose of leaves
and yard debris by bagging it and putting it out for collection by the Sanitation
Department.  NEVER burn leaves and yard debris in an indoor fireplace.
Winter Safety Tips
  • If there is a fire hydrant near your home, help us by keeping it clear of
    snow and debris!
  • Give space heaters space.  Keep them away from paper, furniture,
    curtains, and other flammable items.  Never leave them unattended.
  • NEVER use an oven or stove to heat a room.
  • Have your chimney cleaned.
  • Have your furnace serviced.  Do not attempt repairs yourself.  NEVER
    attempt to burn fuel that your furnace is not designed for!
  • Do not leave fireplaces unattended.  Use a screen to contain embers.  
    NEVER use starter fluid, gasoline, or other accelerants to light a fireplace!
  • Discard of fireplace ashes properly!  Place ashes in a metal container
    outside and away from buildings.
  • NEVER store gasoline and other fuels indoors!  Leave them outside and
    always use approved containers.
  • Dispose of gasoline properly.  DO NOT pour fuel or oil into a storm drain
    or waste pipe.  Bring it to the Highway Department for proper disposal.
  • If you have not done so already, replace the batteries in your smoke and
    carbon monoxide detectors.  REMINDER: carbon monoxide is colorless,
    odorless, and tasteless!  Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are
    designed to be replaced every 5 - 10 years depending on the
    manufacturer.