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Cops on a Rooftop

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The Richland Center Police Department, in conjunction with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department and the Richland Center Fire Department, is partnering with Dunkin’ Donuts of Richland Center to rally support for Special Olympics athletes.

Officers from each department will be present to deliver orders to customers. Each guest who makes a donation to the Torch Run will receive a coupon for a free donut. Guests who donate $10 or more will receive a LETR/Dunkin’ branded tumbler (while supplies last) and a coupon for a free medium hot or iced coffee.

We hope to see you August 16th from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.!

National Night Out

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The National Night Out is a substance-free event to promote safe, healthy, and genuine community fun for all ages. Some activities at the event include live music, a kite festival, a Canine 5K run, a water balloon fight, bouncy houses, and much more! The 4th Annual Richland County National Night Out will happen on Tuesday, August 6th in Krouskop Park. Registration for the K9 5K is open now! bit.ly/43l0G7y

Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarms

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Homeowners and landlords with fuel burning appliances should comply with the new Wisconsin laws requiring the installation of carbon monoxide alarms. The alarms shall bear the mark of a listing agency. All single family homes and rentals where people sleep, new and existing, must install a CO alarm on every floor level near sleeping areas. The alarms should be tested monthly, the same as smoke alarms. Check batteries and replace twice a year. Replace alarms according to the manufacturer instructions. Carbon monoxide sources can include but are not limited to attached garages, heaters, fireplaces, furnaces, boilers, water heaters, and clothes dryers. The placement of carbon monoxide alarms should not be regarded as a substitute for proper maintenance of a fuel burning appliance by a professional.

In the event of a fire, a properly installed and maintained smoke alarm can save your life and those of your loved ones. Smoke alarms are a very important means of preventing home fire fatalities by providing an early warning signal so you and your family can escape. They are one of the best safety devices you can buy and install to protect yourself, your family, and your home. Smoke alarms have limitations. The manufacturer puts a specified life on the device, generally 10 years. Replace alarms that are older than 10 years. The National Association of State Fire Marshals recommends the 10 year, non-removable non-replaceable battery type.

Educational Materials

Smoke Alarm Brochure

Carbon Monoxide Alarm Brochure

National Fire Protection Association – Public Education Materials

U.S. Fire Administration – Fire Prevention and Education