smoke detectors
Importance of keeping smoke detectors up to date
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/16/2021 - 11:08am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Time is of the essence when fire hits your home. Things can rapidly change from smoke to flames, sometimes giving those inside very little time to get outside to safety.
Even though smoke detectors have been required in new construction and in homes undergoing a remodel for decades, not all homes have working detectors. They are broken, have a dead battery, or missing completely.
South Lake Tahoe home damaged in early morning fire
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/14/2020 - 3:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An early morning fire damaged the second floor of a South Lake Tahoe home on Springwood Avenue Monday.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue received the emergency call just before 5:00 a.m. December 14. Upon arrival they found a home with heavy smoke coming from the second floor. The homeowners were able to get out safely after trying to extinguish the flames.
Besides being prepared for fall wildfires, yard cleanup now helps save time next spring
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 6:57pm
As fall approaches, and we think about spending more time inside, devote just a little more time outside to get your yard cleaned up and prepared for winter.
The Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) is reminding residents to make preparations now to be ready for fall wildfires and to save time and energy next spring.
South Lake Tahoe apartments found to be unsafe - tenants must vacate
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 2:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Six families in South Lake Tahoe don't know where they will be spending Christmas after receiving notice Wednesday that the apartment building they've been calling home was found to be unsafe, giving them until Monday, December 17 to find a place to live.
Lake Tahoe fire damages Elk Point home
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/03/2018 - 9:10pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - A fire Wednesday evening caused moderate fire damage and heavy smoke damage to a home in the Elk Point area of Douglas County.
At 6:55 p.m., Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District (TDFPD) responded to the fire on Elks Lane north of Nevada Beach.
Home severely damaged in South Lake Tahoe fire
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 8:48pm
10.3.18 update: The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department has released their final report on the September 22 fire at a Sonora Avenue home.
According to their report, the exact cause of the fire could not be determined except that it started on the couch on the first floor.
Property loss is estimated at $200,000 with an additional $50,000 in contents loss. Smoke detectors were installed at the home and all went off when the fire started.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Emergency crews responded to two South Lake Tahoe fires on Saturday, one a house fire and another a brush fire.
Don't Forget: Change the time, Change the battery
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/03/2017 - 6:48pm
Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends at exactly at 2:00 a.m. this Sunday, November 5. Turn the clocks back one hour if you live in most of the United States (most of Arizona and Hawaii don't observe DST).
This time of year serves as a good reminder to change their smoke detector batteries. The batteries should be replaced twice a year, so an easy way to remember to change them is to do it as DST begins and ends.
Almost 3,000 people die each year from structure fires, and many of these deaths can be prevented with working smoke detectors.
So remember: change the time, change your battery!
Fire destroys cabin on Echo Lake
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/27/2017 - 4:04pm
An early morning fire destroyed a cabin on the north shore of Echo Lake on Wednesday. Firefighters called to the scene had to get there by boat, the only access to the home.
Crews from Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) responded to the 5:50 a.m. call. The sole occupant had awoken to a smoke filled home and called 911 as they exited the two-story cabin.
Don't Forget: Change the time, Change the battery
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/04/2016 - 6:35am
Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends at exactly at 2:00 a.m. this Sunday, November 6. Turn the clocks back one hour if you live in most of the United States (most of Arizona and Hawaii don't observe DST).
The Lake Valley Fire Department is using this change in time to remind residents to also change their smoke detector batteries. The batteries should be replaced twice a year, so an easy way to remember to change them is to do it as DST begins and ends.
Smoke detectors: Do you know your expiration date?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 5:57pm
During Fire Prevention Week, the Tahoe Fire Fuels Team is reminding Lake Tahoe Basin residents that this is the time to check your smoke alarm.
Even if you change your batteries in the old style alarm annually, their life expectancy is still ten years. The new sealed smoke detectors which are required in new building codes require no battery change but they too are expected to only last ten years.
Lack of childcare in South Lake Tahoe an issue for parents and the community
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/05/2016 - 5:19pm
You hear of the "great recession" causing issues in many areas from jobs and income to housing, but another victim is quality child care in South Lake Tahoe.
Prior to 2009 there were over 45 licensed day care providers on the South Shore, a majority of them licensed for 12 children and open evenings and weekends. Now, there are just 20, 12 of which are licensed for 12, the other eight are small licenses, for six children or less.
Reminder: Annual Firefest venue and activities have changed!
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/19/2016 - 11:06am
Due to a venue conflict, the 2016 FireFest will be held at Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe on Saturday, September 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The free event is open to the public.
South Shore family safe after home burns in early morning fire
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/17/2016 - 4:07pm
A Christmas Valley family is safe after their home suffered substantial damage in an early morning fire on May 16.
A family of three awoke to the sounds of their smoke detectors wailing and called 9-1-1. At that time, they didn't see flames but quickly exited the home.
Firefighters from the Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) responded at 4:50 a.m. to the 3300 block of West River Park Drive where they found the second story fully engulfed in flames.
Be safe this winter - Be prepared
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/27/2015 - 9:34am
Winter is here and that means more family and friend gatherings inside the home. Whether in the kitchen, near the fireplace or stove, it’s always a good idea to brush up on home safety tips.
Before we gather around the fireplace or stove, remember these important safety tips:
• Have a qualified professional install stoves, chimney connectors, and chimneys.
• Stoves should have the label of an independent testing laboratory.
• In wood stoves, burn only dry, seasoned wood. In pellet stoves, burn only dry, seasoned wood pellets.
New South Lake Tahoe VHR ordinance goes into effect October 1
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/04/2015 - 9:05pm
A new vacation home rental (VHR) ordinance will take effect in South Lake Tahoe on October 1, 2015.
The new ordinance will require all homeowners who want to rent out their homes to get it inspected by the Zoning Administrator prior to being issued a license. Since the real estate community told City Council that not having a permit prior to escrow may cause homeowners to lose sales, the current homeowner may now get it inspected prior to the sale in order to take as much uncertainty away from sales as possible. This inspection will be valid for one year.
Contractors meeting: Code updates and new procedures
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/23/2015 - 11:02pm
Event Date:
March 11, 2015 - 5:00pm
There are new building codes within South Lake Tahoe's city limits, so, with the new building season coming up, the City has scheduled a contractor's meeting to cover the changes.
The following are just some of the changes that every contractor, designer and homeowner should know:
• Radon requirements will be mandatory.
• Sprinklers for additions could be required.
• Take into account in updating all plumbing fixtures when you improve anything in your house.
• Smoke detectors older than 10 years will need to be replaced whenever you pull a permit.
City Council agenda for Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/16/2015 - 9:03pm
Event Date:
February 17, 2015 - 9:00am
Tuesday's City Council meeting will cover a range of subjects, from commission appointments to a look at the Vacation Home Rental Policy.
At the January 20 City Council meeting, appointments were made to all boards but three spots remained opened. One should be filled at this week's meeting as there was one applicant for the Airport Land Use Commission opening. Scott Michal applied and will be appointed if Council believes he meets the qualifications.
Family wins dinner with South Lake Tahoe firefighters
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/12/2014 - 11:55pm
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department hosted their first annual open house on October 11th in recognition of National Fire Prevention week. Visitors toured all three fire stations and learned about the importance of having and checking smoke detectors, hands only CPR, using a fire extinguisher and also completed a passport card for entry into a grand prize drawing for of a dinner for four prepared by the firefighters. The Gower family of Eric, Jamie, Rowen, and Abby were the winners of the Open House dinner.
Don't take a vacation from safety
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/29/2011 - 8:26amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District reminds area visitors and locals to not take a vacation from safety.Don't forget to check the smoke detectors in your reside...
Smoke detectors in homes save lives
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