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PLEASE BE ADVISED, that the Arlington Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners meeting scheduled for Monday, February 9, 2026 has been moved to Red Oaks Mill Fire Company located at 213 Vassar Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 starting at 6:00 p.m.
All meetings of the Arlington Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners are open to the public.
This notice is being posted in accordance with the provisions of §94 of the Public Officers Law of the State of New York.
By Order of the Board of Fire Commissioners.
DATED: January 29, 2026
Renee O’Neill
District Secretary
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Home Fire Safety Tips
- Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas.
- Install a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm on every floor of your home, including the basement and in sleeping areas.
- Test your smoke and CO alarms every month.
- Check your smoke and CO alarm batteries at least twice a year.
- Keep flammable items away from heat.
- Plan and practice your home fire escape plan.
- Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
- Keep fresh batteries in flashlights.
- Inspect electrical cords.
- Don’t smoke in the home.
- Remove lint from your dryer and change filters.
- Always stay in the kitchen while cooking.
- Never leave flames unattended.