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The 4th Infantry Division celebrates National Safety Month by highlighting the readiness displayed by the Fort Carson Fire and Emergency Services.
The month of June was named National Safety Month in 1996 by the National Safety Council. National Safety Month helps reduce injuries and accidents during the summer, the National Safety Council mentions on their website that the summer time is ample time for injuries involving outdoor activities.
Timothy Baker, the Health and Safety Officer for the Fort Carson Fire Department, talks about the importance of summer safety after Colorado’s long winter season.
“I think summer safety is a highlighted topic because more residents are out and about. There is a lot of emphasis on people escaping from the winter,” says Baker.
When dealing with safety, different age brackets are prone to different accidents. Baker mentions how children are more susceptible to sport and water injuries while adults are more prone to accidents through alcohol and motor vehicles.
“Really any activity can be safe as long as you take the proper planning and safety precautions. Just watch your alcohol intake whenever you're doing any activity,” says Baker.
Rowdy Carson, a Firefighter at station 31, Fort Carson Fire Department, brings up how dangerous the 4th of July can be in Colorado due to wildfires.
“Colorado Springs has a ban on all fireworks, but that only goes so far. Every year I hear fireworks shot within blocks of my house,” says Carson. “I’m not condoning these activities because of course, they are illegal, but if you do engage in these activities please at least read the instructions and be safe.”
To avoid such incidents, civilians are encouraged to be aware of what they’re doing in their immediate environment. Considerations such as proper footwear in mind can prevent leg injuries, and ladder inspections before and after use can prevent damaging falls.
As a whole, heat injuries are the number one accident during the summer. Individuals forget to put sunscreen on, drink water, or get carried away when swimming.
“Kids can get dehydrated very easily. Make sure your kids are drinking water,” says Carson.
National Safety Month is an opportunity for the community to learn more about how they can keep their summer safe and enjoyable.
“If anyone is seeking more information, the Fire Department is always open. We are here 24/7 and we are here to serve,” says Carson. “You can knock on our door and talk to us, there is always somebody here.”
| Date Taken: | 06.27.2022 |
| Date Posted: | 07.07.2022 14:04 |
| Story ID: | 423870 |
| Location: | FORT CARSON, COLORADO, US |
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