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MILLCREEK TOWNSHIP NEWS
With warmer weather on the horizon , residents should prepare for the possible severe weather that comes with it . As a StormReady community , your Township officials have taken steps to keep you informed of severe weather and respond to emergencies . We ask that all Township residents keep in mind these simple steps to prepare you for any severe weather .
1 Develop a disaster plan for you and your family at home , work , school , and when outdoors . Put together an emergency kit that will last you 3 days .
2 Identify a safe place to take shelter inside and in areas outdoors that you frequent often .
3 Have a NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards receiver unit with a warning alarm tone and battery back-up to receive warning bulletins .
Recreational Fires Rules
This time of year , many residents of Millcreek are beginning to clean up their yards in preparation of warmer spring and summer weather . The Bureau of Fire Prevention often receives calls inquiring about the regulations surrounding recreational fires in the Township .
Recreational Fires MUST meet all of the following provisions :
• May NOT be any larger than 3 ’ L x3 ’ W x3 ’ H and in a contained pit or a commercially available container
• If in a commercially available container - Must be at least 15 ’ away from a structure
• If in a constructed pit - Must be at least 25 ’ away from a structure
• If Gas or Charcoal Grill - Must be at least 10 ’ away from the structure ( Not permitted on balconies or decks of multi-family dwellings without sprinkler systems )
• Must be attended at all times by someone 16 years of age or older
• Must use dry-seasoned wood
** All outdoor and recreational fires must have a water source ready to extinguish the fire at any time **
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4 National Weather Service ( NWS ) watches and warnings are also available on the Internet . Select your local NWS office at : http :// www . weather . gov / organization . php … or go to the NWS Home Page at http :// www . nws . noaa . gov
5 Listen to commercial radio or television / cable TV for weather information .
6 Monitor the Millcreek Township Office of Emergency Management Facebook Page and follow us on twitter at @ MillcreekEMA for Severe Weather Tips and updates on the any severe storms in our area .
7 Check the weather forecast before leaving for extended periods outdoors . Watch for signs of approaching storms .
8 If severe weather threatens , check on people who are elderly , very young , or physically or mentally disabled . Don ’ t forget about pets and farm animals .
We ask that you consider the effects of your activity on your neighbors as well as the current fire danger conditions . The Fire Marshal is permitted to order a burn ban if conditions warrant . The Fire Marshal is also authorized to issue permits for community bonfire events . For permits or further burning inquiries , please contact the Millcreek Fire Marshal at 814-833-1111 ext . 353 .
Residents who witness an uncontrolled outside fire or witness illegal burning are encouraged to contact 911 or the Millcreek Police at 814.833.7777 .
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