by Jason Pallotta, Asst. Chief; Inlet Vol. Fire Dept. Each year in America, more than 150 people die from accidental non-fire related carbon monoxide (co) poisoning associated with consumer products. These products include faulty, improperly used or incorrectly vented fuel burning appliances such as furnaces, stoves, water heaters, and fireplaces. Co, often called “the silent killer”, […]
by Jason Pallotta, Asst. Chief, Inlet Fire Department Decorating homes and businesses is a long-standing tradition around the holiday season—unfortunately, these same decorations may increase your chances for a fire. Based on data from the National Fire Protection Association and the U.S. Fire Administration, an estimated 240 home fires involving Christmas trees and another 150 […]
The Inlet Volunteer Emergency Services, Inc. would like to say “Thank You” to the following for their generous donations toward our 4th Annual BBQ/Clambake held on Saturday September 8th. ACE Hardware/Inlet Dept. Store, Billy’s Restaurant, CASA Imports, Clark Energy, DiOrio’s Market, Kalil’s Grocery, Karam Produce, Matt’s Draft House, Murdock Trucking, Northwoods Inn, Ozzie’s Coffee Bar, […]
by Jason Pallotta, Inlet Fire Dept., Assistant Chief We have had several bad wind storms in the past month that brought down numerous trees and power lines. Downed or low hanging power lines are very dangerous and can be fatal if you come in contact with one. I would like to offer you the following tips […]
by Jason Pallotta, Inlet Fire Dept., Assistant Chief I know most of you enjoyed a beautiful, warm summer and early fall, but winter is just around the corner and we are now firing up our heating sources for the cold months ahead. So, I would like to share some statistics and tips about heating your home […]
by Theresa Taylor Guest Contributor A Kids Fishing Derby was held in Inlet on Saturday, October 6 in conjunction with the first Adirondack Kids™ Day. Twenty-four kids entered the contest, with many participating in one-on-one casting and catching classes before fishing. They departed from the channel between Fourth and Fifth Lakes and boated to Fifth […]
by Jason Pallotta, Asst. Chief, Inlet Vol. Fire Dept. The last couple of months I have been writing about how to prevent fires in and around your home. This month I would like to share some tips to help you escape safely if you have a fire in your home. In the event of a […]