People living in an apartment building need to think ahead and be prepared in the event of a fire. It is important to know the fire safety features in…

During 2007-2011, an estimated 282,600 intentional fires were reported to U.S. fire departments each year, with associated annual losses of 420…

Most “fire-related injuries” are burns. In fact, approximately every 60 seconds someone in the U.S. sustains a burn injury serious enough to require…

From 2009-2013, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated 9,300 home structure fires that were started by candles. These fires caused 86 deaths…

These fires resulted in annual losses estimated at 13 civilian deaths, 440 civilian injuries, and $238 million in direct property damage.   Here is…

Electricity helps make our lives easier but there are times when we can take its power and its potential for fire-related hazards for granted.  

Garage and basement fires can spread farther and cause more injuries and dollar loss than fires that start in other areas of your home. Here is…

Christmas trees account for hundreds of fires each year. Typically, shorts in electrical lights or open flames from candles, lighters or matches start…

A fire in a home can cause serious damage. The building and many of the things in your home may have been badly damaged by flames, heat, smoke and…

It is important for people to know the steps they can take to keep themselves and their families safe from accidents related to home hazardous…

The majority of the U.S. is at risk for severe weather, which can cause dangerous and sometimes life-threatening conditions. Snowstorms, extreme cold…

Smoke alarms save lives. Smoke alarms that are properly installed and maintained play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries. If there is a…

Smoking materials, including cigarettes, pipes, and cigars, started an estimated 17,200 home structure fires reported to U.S. fire departments in 2014…

Fire safety is not typically front of mind for most people when making travel plans, however, fires in hotels and motels are extremely common. Here is…

Outdoor Fire Safety