November 2023 Public Safety Newsletter

Welcome!

This is the next installment of Larchmont's monthly Public Safety Newsletter! Every month, pertinent information from the Larchmont Police, Fire, and Code Enforcement Departments will be curated for the residents of our amazing village. Safety tips, events, and other highlights will be displayed. If you require any additional information you may call the Larchmont Police Station at 914-834-1000 or the Larchmont Fire Station at 914-834-0016. 

In the case of an Emergency please call 911

Larchmont Police Department

Installing In-Home Safes

When considering a home safe it is important to consider where it will be installed so that the proper safe is purchased. A safe should be placed in a location that is hidden from plain view.

There are different types of home safes but the top three are:

•  In-wall safe: A safe that is placed inside the wall which is flush to the wall.
•  On-wall safe: A safe that is bolted and hung on a wall.
•  Floor safe: A safe that is bolted to the floor.
•  Underfloor safe: A safe that is typically buried in concrete in a basement or installed under an existing floor.

We also urge residents re-familiarize themselves with community announcement from March in regard. (seen below)

Larchmont Fire Department

Fire Prevention Recap

October is host to our annual Fire Prevention week. This year there were 770 students educated by Larchmont Firefighters and our in-house Fire and Life Safety Educators. Ages of the groups ranged from Pre-School to 5^th Grade covering several safety topics. As always, our Firefighters are committed to Fire Safety not just during Fire Prevention Week, but all year round. We have several upcoming educational events scheduled for the remainder of month and year.

Year to date for 2023 our Fire and Life Safety Educators have provided formal education to 1,230 students. This number includes classes and events only and does not include our many daily interactions with the public.

Emergency Go-Bag!

An emergency can happen at any time. Have a readily accessible go bag is paramount for preparedness. Consider having the following items: Water, non-perishable food, cell phone charger, NOAA radio, flashlight with batteries, first aid kit, whistle, dust mask, moist towelettes, garbage bags, and local area maps. In addition there may be additional items listed below that would be beneficial to you and your family:

Village of Larchmont Codes Bureau

Information on Fire Escape Requirements

If you have a fire escape in the Village of Larchmont this applies to you!

Referenced codes below can be found in the 2020 New York State Fire Code 

1104.16.5 – Materials and strength. Components of fire escape stairways shall be constructed of noncombustible materials. Fire escape stairways and balconies shall support the dead load plus a live load of not less than 100 pounds per square foot. Fire escape stairways and balconies shall be provided with a top and intermediate handrail on each side.

1104.16.5.1 – Examination. Fire escape stairways and balconies shall be examined for structural adequacy and safety in accordance with section 1104.16.5 by a registered design professional every 5 years. An inspection report shall be submitted to the fire code official after such examination.

1104.16.7 – Maintenance. Fire escape stairways shall be kept clear and unobstructed at all times and shall be maintained in good working order.

Please submit all reports to Fireprevention@larchmontny.gov              

All questions can be submitted to ChiefLFD@larchmontny.gov

Want to know more about our Police and Fire Departments? In the coming weeks, our Village website will be updated with the latest information. In addition, if you are on social media, you can check out the Official Larchmont Fire Department Facebook here.