Install at least one carbon monoxide detector in your home, preferably near the bedrooms. Have your heating system cleaned and inspected annually. If you use extension cords check them for defects and make sure they are rated for the task. Have a flashlight readily available in case of power outages. It is extremely important that we be notified as soon as possible of any emergency so that we can effectively deal with it.
Time is probably the most critical element in an emergency response.
Your fire department does not just put out fires. We provide the residents of Walpole with all sorts of assistance. We provide ambulance service for medical emergencies. We respond to gas leaks and electrical problems. If your water pipes should break we respond to help.