Local firefighter urges QR-code labeling on trailers after three recent chain-related fires
A firefighter told the MCOG meeting that three trailer-chain-related fires occurred in a short span and urged QR-code labeling on trailers sold in California to show how to install trailer chains; the commenter also suggested low-cost mitigations such as covering chains with fire hose and urged the county to explore registration revenue from commercial vehicles.
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An unidentified firefighter told the Mendocino Council of Governments that the region has experienced three trailer-chain-caused fires in a short period and urged immediate action to reduce the risk. The commenter said the incidents included a "pond fire" identified by Sheriff Matt Kendall and a separate fire in Philo and said the common cause was chain drag or improperly secured trailer chains.
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