Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department

Lint happens. Fires don’t have to. Lint buildup can lead to a dryer fire if it’s not cleaned regularly.
• Clean the lint filter before or after each load.
• Make sure the outdoor vent flap opens when the dryer is running.
• Have a qualified service person clean the inside of the dryer cabinet and exhaust duct once a year.
Learn more: https://nfpa.social/3XEgQZ8

Lint happens. Fires don’t have to. Lint buildup can lead to a dryer fire if it’s not cleaned regularly.

• Clean the lint filter before or after each load.
• Make sure the outdoor vent flap opens when the dryer is running.
• Have a qualified service person clean the inside of the dryer cabinet and exhaust duct once a year.

Learn more: https://nfpa.social/3XEgQZ8

In an emergency, the first person there is rarely a paramedic.

It's often a spouse. A parent. A friend. A neighbor.

It's you.

The good news is that CPR is a skill anyone can learn.

Tempe Fire Medical Rescue is now offering affordable CPR certification classes designed for beginners and taught by Tempe Fire paramedics.

Classes are just $30 and include a short online learning component followed by an in-person, hands-on skills session.

You can learn to do this.

tempe.gov/LearnCPR

Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚲
🚴 Ride responsibly, wear your helmet and follow the rules of the road.
🚙 Watch for cyclists and give them plenty of space!

Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚲

🚴 Ride responsibly, wear your helmet and follow the rules of the road.

🚙 Watch for cyclists and give them plenty of space!

On Tuesday evening Tempe Fire Medical Rescue and Mesa Fire and Medical Rescue were called to a second alarm fire involving two neighboring homes in Tempe. The fire displaced two families. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Unfortunately a dog died in one of the homes. No further injuries were reported.

Hazard:
The recalled steam cleaners’ attachments can unexpectedly detach from the steam cleaners and expel hot water or steam onto users during use, posing a serious burn hazard.

BISSELL Recalls Over One Million Steam Shot OmniReach Steam Cleaners Due to Risk of Serious Burn Hazard from Attachments Consumers should stop using the recalled steam cleaner attachments immediately and contact BISSELL to receive free new attachments. Consumers should visit www.steamshot2026.com to register for the recall and for instructions on how to participate in the recall, including how to upload a photo showin...

Hazard:
The power connector inside the fan can corrode and cause the fan to overheat, posing a risk of fire.

SNOOZ Recalls Electrical Fans Due to Fire Hazard Consumers should stop using the recalled fan immediately and go to the firm’s website to register for a replacement fan. Breez 2nd Generation sound machines are not affected by this recall. To determine whether a product is affected, consumers should locate the serial number on the underside of th...

Hazard:
The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Shenzhen Baihang Recalls VEEKTOMX Mini Power Banks, Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold on Amazon Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power banks and contact Shenzhen Baihang to verify power bank is part of the recall and receive a free replacement power bank.

We’re heading into the most dangerous months of the year for bicyclists. 🚲⚠️ Sharing the road is a 2-way street.
Cyclists — ride defensively:
🚴 Stay visible
🚴 Ride with the flow of traffic
🚴 Be predictable
Drivers, remember to check:
🚗 Blind spots before changing lanes
🚗 Intersections before making a turn
🚗 Your mirror before opening your car door

We’re heading into the most dangerous months of the year for bicyclists. 🚲⚠️ Sharing the road is a 2-way street.

Cyclists — ride defensively:
🚴 Stay visible
🚴 Ride with the flow of traffic
🚴 Be predictable

Drivers, remember to check:
🚗 Blind spots before changing lanes
🚗 Intersections before making a turn
🚗 Your mirror before opening your car door

Hazard:
The recalled lighters violate the mandatory standard for cigarette lighters because they do not have the required child-resistant mechanism, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards.

In addition, the lighters failed to meet the pre-market lighter submission requirement needed to demonstrate that the lighters feature child-resistant mechanisms and ensuring their safety and compliance with U.S. regulations.

Prestige Import Group Recalls Supernova and Typhoon Lighters Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards; Violates Mandatory Standard for Cigarette Lighters Consumers should stop using the recalled lighters immediately and contact Prestige Import Group for a full refund or store credit. Consumers will be asked to write “Recalled” in permanent marker and send a photo of the marked lighter to [email protected]. Consumers should then d...