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Welcome to Colorado Springs |
 Today, Colorado Springs has many features of a modern urban area, such as parks, bike trails, urban open-area spaces, business and commerce, theatres and other entertainment. It was first established as a posh resort community and the tourist industry has remained strong and offers many activities and attractions.(Information provided by Wikipedia .)
If you are looking at visiting, Colorado Springs certainly offers the best to its visitors.
Whether you are looking at relocating, visiting this awesome city, or enjoying your community, Connecting Colorado Springs is here to aid in locating all the area has to offer! |
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Simple Proactive Steps Can Avert Frozen Pipes |
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 4, 2008 FOR MORE INFORMATION Media Line 385-7298 x 2
Simple Proactive Steps Can Avert Frozen Pipes
Cold weather brings the potential for pipes to freeze during extreme low temperatures. The following proactive steps can help avoid this problem in both residential and business environments:
Residences:
Opening cabinet doors in kitchens and bathrooms allows warm air to reach plumbing fixtures. Ensure all household cleaners and chemicals kept in these areas are moved up and out of the reach of small children.
During extreme low temperatures all pipes located on exterior walls should have a slight trickle of water dripping continuously through the facuet. Thermostats should be kept above 55 degrees Fahrenheit.
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CARBON MONOXIDE MEDIA ADVISORY |
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For Immediate Consideration: November 12, 2008
Background: Carbon monoxide (CO), the leading cause of poisoning deaths in the U.S., is a serious safety concern. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced by burning wood and common fossil fuels. Recognizing symptoms of poisoning could be the difference between life and death. Please consider a story about the dangers and preventions of carbon monoxide poisoning. Contact any or all of the following to arrange expert interviews.
Colorado Springs Utilities
Contact: Natilia Sibert, 668-3848
During the fall and winter months, Colorado Springs Utilities responds to over 300 percent more calls suspecting carbon monoxide than any other time of year. As the weather becomes cooler and families begin to turn on their furnaces, the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning becomes more real due to improper operation, ventilation, cleaning and inspection of fireplaces and fuel-burning appliances. Contact Natilia Sibert to speak with a Springs Utilities expert about making sure appliances are in working order.
Colorado Springs Fire Department
Contact: Cathy Prudhomme or Lt. Julie Stone, 385-7298 (press option 2)
Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning begin with a minor headache and can progress into shortness of breath, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, vomiting and vertigo. In greater concentrations, carbon monoxide poisoning can lead to seizures, shock and death. That’s why every home should be equipped with carbon monoxide detectors (with digital display) on each level of the home that sound an alarm when concentrations reach 35 |
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