Home Safety & First Aid

7+ hour, 35+ min ago   (339+ words) Beckley, WV (WOAY) October is National Fire Prevention Month, and as many start turning on heaters and lighting fireplaces this fall, it’s a great time to make sure all the smoke alarms in the house work properly. Captain Chris Graham,…...

19+ hour, 41+ min ago   (60+ words) WTHR Pat Sullivan shares tips for fire safety during Fire Prevention Month To stream 13 WTHR on your phone, you need the 13 WTHR app. Download the 13 WTHR app Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this video Before…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago   (407+ words) This year, Fire Prevention Week happens from Oct. 4 to 10, but St. Albertans should keep fire safety a priority throughout the year. The most basic, underrated safety tip for any household is simply to maintain your smoke detectors. “Probably the biggest,…...

2+ day, 7+ hour ago   (275+ words) I recently had a conversation with a firefighter in Mays Landing, and he shared a fire safety tip that made me think twice about a habit many people have: sleeping with the bedroom door open. Whether you leave it open…...

2+ day, 8+ hour ago   (141+ words) Fire safety experts urge families to prioritize home safety by following essential tips to prevent house fires. With thousands of lives affected annually by residential fires, it’s crucial to maintain smoke alarms, practice safe charging methods, and have a solid…...

2+ day, 15+ hour ago   (179+ words) Home » Keep the fire in the fireplace This Fire Prevention Week, Fernie Fire and Emergency Services would like to remind residents to use wood stoves and fireplaces safely. As we prepare for cooler temperatures, here are some tips to keep…...

4+ day, 7+ hour ago   (333+ words) PORTLAND (WGME) -- It was a cold start to the day Wednesday, with 20s and 30s all throughout the region. This may have you thinking about turning your heat on or turning to smaller heaters for the first time this season. “A couple…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago   (343+ words) PALMYRA (WGEM) - Fire officials urge residents to take precautions with Halloween decorations after national data show decorations spark hundreds of house fires each year. According to the National Fire Protection Association, decorations spark an average of 832 house fires every year,…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago   (301+ words) Campaspe residents are being urged to prepare now for the fire season, with the region’s Fire Danger Period expected to begin in early November. CFA Assistant Chief Fire Officer District 20 Mick Sporton said the timing of restrictions was determined by…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago   (415+ words) They provided helpful tips to prevent fires in your home. The American Red Cross says the number one cause of house fires is cooking. They shared how important it is not to leave the stove unattended, even if you think…...