University of Louisiana Monroe encouraging tailgaters to take fire precautions this weekend

Shreveport Times
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In light of Louisiana’s state-wide burn ban that is currently in place, ULM is encouraging fire safety and asking that tailgaters and all visitors take precautions at the Warhawks’ home opener vs. Army on Saturday, Sept. 2 at 6:00 p.m.

Tailgaters are encouraged to follow the below guidelines:

Embers from even small cooking fires can travel great distances and ignite dry brush nearby, so it’s not just about the condition of your immediate surroundings.
Embers from even small cooking fires can travel great distances and ignite dry brush nearby, so it’s not just about the condition of your immediate surroundings.

  • Embers from even small cooking fires can travel great distances and ignite dry brush nearby, so it’s not just about the condition of your immediate surroundings.

  • Avoid parking on dry grass where possible, as tailpipes and other hot car parts can start a fire.

  • ULM is a tobacco-free campus. Prior to arriving on campus, dispose of cigarette butts safely, extinguish them before throwing them away.

  • If using a generator, do not place it on dry grass. When refueling, allow the generator to be powered down and cooled off for 20 minutes before adding fuel.

  • For emergencies on campus, contact the University Police Department at 318-342-5350 or dial 911. 

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