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20- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, December 9, 1997 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" Play it safe this Christmas, local firefighter warns From page 1 shouldn't get too dry. Otherwise they can be a real fire hazard," he said. "Also make sure that there are no shorts in the Christmas lights, and check the smoke detector at least once a month, all year long." It's also important that every family should have a pre-planned route out of the home in case of an emer- gency, said Mr. Donaldson. "When the fire depart- ment comes we want to be sure everyone is out of the house," he said. "Pick a meeting place -- a tree or a neighbor's house -- and go there so we know everyone made it out safely. "There should be two ways out; stick to one alter- nate route out. Check to see windows are not painted shut and it's important for children to know how to dial 9-1-1 and that they know their address," said the 11-year veteran of the township's fire department. Mr.Donaldson said a number of programs are held in the area to instruct children on how to be safe children on how to be safe in an a fire situation. "We do lots of tours for groups, like out at the Utica Day Care. We're doing a Learn Not To Burn program where, in the curriculum, we train the teachers what to do so they can teach the children." Another program pro- vided here is called Older and Wiser, for the commu- nity's seniors. In addition many local businesses are inspected once a year and others must be checked when being sold, just like when a home with a fireplace is sold or built, said Mr. Donaldson. "It's important for people to know that we are avail- able to answer questions if they think they may have a possible fire hazard. We are all committed to making sure fires are prevented." During the winter sea- son -- December, January and February -- Mr. Donaldson says that little errors can have dangerous results. "In the winter there are plenty of heating -- and Ford of Canada and the Ontario Ford & Mercury Dealers present the December Zero Yercent Event oF * o Make your best deal and get 0%, 48-month financing on all human -- errors. People should remember to clean their wood stove; check it visually before each burn- ing season, and get a pro- fessional to clean it if nec- essary. "Also remember to have a carbon monoxide detector if you use gas, and keep space and portable heaters 12,000 pound Angus the 12,000 pound elephant is kicking off the heaviest food drive in Durham Region, being 1998 WINDSTARS )[ The only Minivan to earn 5 stars in front-end crash tests. 4,29 On a"98 Windstar GL you could save in interest compared to 8% financing** J LU 1998 F-SERIES | Canada's best-selling, full-size pick up. 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GVW. **Windstar GL with PEP 3578 with $25,000 financed at 0% annual percentage 48 months, cost of borrowing is $4,295. ***F-Series XLT 4x4 with PEP 810A with $30,000 financed at 0% annual percentage rate for 48 mont pproved credit. £.g. $15,000 financed at 0% annual percentage rate for 48 months, is a sample calculation only. This offer does not include 1997 Expedition, Econoline, rate for 48 months, cost of borrowing is $0, compared to average bank financing rates of 8% for hs, cost of borrowing is $0, compared to average bank financing rates of 8% for 48 months, cost of borrowing is $5,154. These are sample calculations only. Limited time offer. All offers must be purchased by December 31st 1997 and delivered by January 3rd 1998. Offer may change without notice. See Dealer for details. tBased on Automobile Journalist Association Of Canada. 11.5. National Highway Safety Administration data used in comparing vehicles within 226 kg (500 Ibs.). Ontario FMDA, P.O. Box 2000, Oakville, Ontario L6) SE4 at least three feet away from flammable items such as curtains and sheets." During the first quarter of 1997 -- January, February, and March -- the Scugog Fire Department responded to five structure fires, 10 chimney fires and 31 motor vehicle accidents. goal for drive held by the Bowmanville Zoo and KX 96 FM. The zoo is looking to collect 12,000 pounds of non-perishable food items and loonies. Angus and the Bowmanville zoo are accepting non-perishable food items or a $2 dona- tion, which will allow you to visit the Zoo's Winter Magic Stroll through the serene parkland and visit with Angus and other zoo occupants. The park is open Fridays from 10am to 8pm and Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 4pm. Donations can also be dropped off at any of the Salvation Army Family Services or to the Simcoe Hall Settlement House. If you have any ques- tions or comments, please feel free to call Caroline Y1l-Luoma at the Bowmanville Zoo at (416)932-3512. 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