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ToBay announces free firewood available to residents beginning December 15 Oyster Bay Town Councilman Angelo A. Delligatti announced that beginning Saturday, December 15, the Town will have free firewood available for Town residents. "Starting on December 15, and continuing through Sunday, March 16, 2007, Town of Oyster Bay residents can come to the Town Highway yard, 150 Miller Place, Syosset, weekends, 7 a.m. to 4p.m., to pick up a trunk-full of cut, but not split wood," Councilman Delligatti said. "No vehicles with commercial plates will be permitted." Councilman Delligatti went on to say that getting firewood is only half the picture. "Remember that both the fireplace and chimney need to be cleaned and inspected before the first use of the season to avoid any chance of a chimney fire," the Councilman cautioned. "The most common problem with the chimney is the buildup of creosote that collects in the stovepipe, chimney lining and flue. This buildup can be the cause of a dangerous fire, threatening life and property. If you are not able to scrape off the creosote accumulation yourself, be sure to hire a professional. "Precautions should also be taken when the fireplace is in use," the Councilman continued. "The damper must always remain open whenever the fire is lit in the fireplace, and either screening or glass doors should be used to keep sparks from flying into the room.
"Nothing warms the body and soul like a toasty fire," Councilman Delligatti commented. "So, pick up some free firewood, courtesy of the Town, make sure your fireplace is in good working order and enjoy the special warmth that a fireplace radiates."
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