10 Hotel Fire Safety Tips
Nov 07, 2018
As the holidays quickly approach, the number of travelers will begin to increase. Many of these travelers will seek lodging in hotels. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) indicated that approximately 3,900 hotel and motel fires were reported to U.S. fire departments each year from 2014 to 2016. The USFA reported that these fires resulted in […]
10 Safety Tips for High-rise Apartment & Condo Buildings
Oct 09, 2018
It’s National Fire Prevention Week! Given our recent emergency response to a 60-unit condo building in Elmwood Park, we thought it would be fitting to offer the ten below safety tips for renters and owners of high-rise apartment and condominium buildings. Before renting an apartment or purchasing a condo, it is important to ensure there […]
School Fire Safety
Aug 16, 2018
It’s that time of the year again! Summer is coming to an end, and students and teachers are heading back to school. Based upon the research conducted by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), an annual average of 4,980 structure fires occurred in educational properties, and approximately 69% took place in nursery, elementary, middle, or […]
Outdoor Entertainment
May 23, 2018
Since summer is quickly approaching with Memorial Day weekend a few days away, we thought it would be fitting for today’s piece of Wednesday Wisdom to be related to outdoor entertainment. Who doesn’t enjoy a well-hosted outdoor party in a backyard or around a pool on a warm, sunny summer day? We sure do […]
Smoking Materials: Leading Cause of Fire Deaths
Apr 25, 2018
Do you smoke? Did you know that smoking materials are the leading cause of fire deaths? These materials can quickly ignite items within and outside of your home, especially mattresses, bedding, upholstered furniture, and trash. Fortunately, fires caused by smoking materials are preventable. We highly recommend you follow the below steps to avoid a potentially […]
10 Carbon Monoxide Safety Steps
Apr 10, 2018
Did you know that the “invisible killer,” carbon monoxide, unintentionally causes more than 400 American deaths every year? This invisible, odorless, and colorless gas is created when fuels do not completely burn, and it often goes undetected. Your heating and cooking equipment as well as vehicles and generators that are left running in […]
10 Pet Fire Safety Tips
Feb 07, 2018
Did you know that pets and wild animals play a role in starting nearly 1,000 home fires every year? We all love our pets unconditionally, but it is important to remember that they are very curious, which could lead to a fire. We, therefore, recommend adhering to the safety tips listed below. Be sure to […]
Christmas Tree Disposal
Jan 10, 2018
Christmas has come and gone once again, and many of us have started to take down or have already taken down our holiday décor. We know taking everything down and storing it away is not as much fun as putting it up, but the takedown plays a significant role in preventing fire hazards. If you […]
Fire Risk: Christmas Decor
Dec 08, 2017
Lit houses and trees are hallmarks of Christmas, but these decorations pose fire risks. According to the National Fire Protection Association (“NFPA”), “Electrical distribution or lighting equipment was involved in two out of every five (40%) home Christmas tree fires.” Another alarming statistic is related to the number of Christmas decor-related fires to which U.S. fire departments […]
Keep Your Loved Ones Safe on Thanksgiving
Nov 22, 2017
It’s that time of year again! It’s time to bake a delicious pumpkin pie, mash some potatoes, prepare the turkey, gather family and friends, and take a bite of the infamous green bean casserole. As you prepare for Thanksgiving tomorrow, we ask that you remember Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, with […]