Fire Safety Tips

Winter Holiday Safety

The United State Fire Administration (USFA) and NFPA are working together to remind everyone that home fires are more prevalent in winter than in any other season, due in part to an increase in cooking and heating fires. Holiday decorations and winter storms that can interrupt electrical service and cause people to turn to alternative heating sources also […]

Cooking Safety Tips

Cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries. The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking. It’s important to be alert to prevent cooking fires. Be on alert! If you are sleepy or have consumed alcohol don’t use the stove or stovetop. Stay in the kitchen while […]

Candle Safety Tips

Remember: A candle is an open flame, which means that it can easily ignite anything that can burn. From 2006-2010, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated 11,640 home structure fires that were started by candles. These fires caused 126 deaths, 953 injuries and $438 million in direct property damage. Candles caused 3% of reported home fires, 5% of […]

Christmas Tree Fires

As you deck the halls, be fire smart. A small fire that spreads to a Christmas Tree can grow large very quickly. The winter holiday season should be a joyous time of year. However, certain types of fires and injuries associated with holiday decorating are much more common during this season. Christmas tree fires In 2006-2010, U.S. fire […]