Did You Know......that the death rate per 100 reported home fires is twice as high in homes without working smoke alarms (1.13) compared to homes with working smoke alarms (.55). When smoke alarms fail it is most often because of missing, disconnected or dead batteries. Did You Know......that the most common material first ignited in home smoking-material fire deaths were mattresses and bedding, upholstered furniture, and floor covering.
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Phyllis Knight Memorial 5k Run/Walk
For Immediate Release
PRESS RELEASE
This event will honor the memory, dedication and contributions of Phyllis Knight Gifford to the Crusade and the community.
Phyllis Knight Gifford was a pioneering female broadcaster in Louisville. She became the executive director and producer of the WHAS Crusade for Children in 1976, which celebrated several milestones under her leadership including a 25th anniversary and its first million dollar year.
The event will take place on Saturday, October 17th at Westport Village, located at Westport Road and Herr Lane. The race will begin at 9:30 a.m., and will be followed by Lyndon Fire and Rescue’s annual safety festival.
All fire departments are encouraged to participate in the 5k with a team of runners/walkers. Registration for this event can be completed by visiting the following link:
https://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1790987
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