Lightning Safety
Remember, when you hear the roar, get indoors. If you are caught outdoors and do not have the ability to seek shelter indoors, try to follow the tips.
Cooking at Home
Home cooking fires representing the leading cause of U.S. home fires, with nearly half (49 percent) of all home fires involving cooking equipment; unattended cooking is the leading cause of these fires.
Grilling
Fire in the grill, under hot dogs and burgers, is a welcome sight at the family cookout. But fire anywhere else can make your summer kick-off barbecue memorable for all the wrong reasons.
Gasoline Around the House
The Fire Chief would like remind you of how to safely handle and store Gasoline at Home!
Religious Candle Safety
Lit candles are used in religious services, in places of worship, and in the home. Whether you are using one candle or more, make sure you take a few moments to learn about using candles safely.
Safe Winter Driving
Winter driving can be hazardous and scary, especially in areas that get a lot of snow and ice. These tips provide safety information to help prevent motor vehicle injuries due to winter storms.
Space Heaters
When the weather turns cold, it can bring a chill into our homes. Portable space heaters have become a popular way to supplement central heating or to heat one room.
Floods
Floods can happen anywhere, making them one of the country’s most common natural disasters. Flooding poses a greater threat in low-lying areas, near water or downstream from dams. Even the smallest streams, creek beds or drains can overflow and create flooding.
Providing Heat Related Injuries
The Fire Chief would like to remind you of some preventative measures that you can take to reduce the risk of heat-related injuries.
Preventing Heat Related Fires
Weekends usually bring people outdoor for various activities and family barbecues. The following are a few tips to preventing Heat-Related Fires around the home