Holiday fire hazards abound, it seems, with alarming reports of fatalities, injuries, and damage to property. What is it about the holidays that ignites all these fires, and how can you avoid them? Read on […]
Furnace safety tips are a timely topic every winter as home thermostats are switched to the “Heat” function. About 60 percent of U.S. households now utilize energy-efficient natural gas heating. Today’s furnaces are designed with […]
When most people think of a home fire hazard, they don’t think about lint. However, dryer fires fueled by lint happen about 3,000 times every year. Deaths occur and property damage totals about $35 million […]
The three basic elements of safety include protecting against chemical, electrical and fire hazards. Dry and warm springs and hot summers increase the hazards of fires from landscaping materials or chemicals you store. Electrical hazards […]