As a winter storm looms, officials are urging residents to take precautions when heating their homes to prevent fires and ...
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — House fires are more common in winter than any other time of the year. With Utah’s winter season in full force, it is important to know how to prevent winter fires. According ...
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Did you know that many electronics in your home — like your smartphone — have lithium-ion batteries that could catch fire if they are not charged properly? October 5 through 11 marks ...
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Lots of gifts given during the holiday season contain rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that can pose a fire risk if not used properly. Investigators believe that a ...
When it comes to fire safety, one can never be too prepared. Here are some tips that can help save your life. As temperatures drop and the holidays approach, the risk of fire tends to increase in ...
Fire emergencies can strike without warning, especially on a hot-work jobsite. Job sites often contain flammable materials such as wood framing, insulation, adhesives, fuels, chemicals, plastics, and ...
Danville Public Schools elects new school board chair and vice chair Danville Public Schools elected its new chair and vice chair on Tuesday. Virginia Gov. elect Abigail Spanberger fills cabinet, taps ...
The American Red Cross is seeing an increase in home fires during the winter months, when fire risks increase due to cooking ...
A New Milford family was displaced after starting a fire while thawing pipes this week.
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – It’s that time of year when Christmas trees are going up in homes for the holiday season, but there are several dangers to be aware of. Ship Christmas gifts now to ensure ...
As well as offering fire safety tips, Hooton suggested communities and the fire service could work together to prevent future ...