Niskayuna Fire District #2 News
Congratulations to Firefighter Stuart on being recognized as Firefighter of the Month. Thank you for your service.
More winter weather is headed our way with different forecasts calling for the potential for snow and sleet. Do you know the difference? Here are some helpful graphics from the National Weather Service on the different types of winter precipitation and the types of weather alerts we might be issued! Stay safe this week!
Apparently you need at least 9” of ice thickness to park your Bimmer! But in all seriousness, consider ice thickness before venturing onto town ponds, creeks or the river. Always remember the following tips:![]()
1) If you don’t know, don’t go!
2) The thicknesses in this graphic are estimates for new/clear ice only.
3) Stay away from cracks and melting ice.
4) White/opaque ice or snow covered ice needs to be twice as thick to hold the same weight!
5) Flowing water, such as the Mohawk River and creeks, is about 15% weaker than ice over non-running water.
6) DO NOT EVER go out on the ice to rescue a person or animal – instead, CALL 911 immediately!
Have you thanked a plow driver? One of the easiest ways to thank them is to give them the space they need to work! Or even better yet, stay off the roads if you don't need to be out! Remember that if you encounter a plow, or any emergency vehicle, you should exercise caution and never assume that the road ahead of them is clear!
We're in for another cold one tonight! Remember to practice fire safety when heating your home:![]()
1. Keep anything that can catch fire at least 3' from any heating source
2. Never leave a heater unattended
3. Never use an extension cord to power a portable heater
4. Only use a portable heater on a level surface
5. Call 9-1-1 at the first sign of a fire - it will double in size every 30 seconds while you exhaust all of your other options!