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Meeting people where they are for fire safety
“Covid-19 presented us with many challenges, but also gave us a fresh view.” These are the words of Jamie Everitte, Public Educator for the Fayetteville, NC Fire Department who innovated to find new ways to reach his community. Working with…
Read MoreFrozen and burst/compromised pipes prompt concern around electrical safety for homes and other occupancies in the aftermath of Texas storm
Last week’s winter storm in Texas left millions of people contending with loss of power and heat, and in many cases, frozen pipes. For residents whose pipes burst, understanding the potential hazards posed by electrical wires and electrical equipment that come in contact with water is critical to safety. Power should remain off until a…
Read MoreTexas winter storm contributes to tragic fires and CO poisoning
The massive winter storm and resulting power outages in Texas have contributed to home fires, carbon monoxide poisoning, and other tragedies as millions of people work to stay warm, keep rooms lit, and prevent pipes from freezing. Unfortunately, news reports…
Read MoreFirewise USA® sites staying resilient in 2020
Firewise USA® is a program built on the concept of people connecting and working together. What that means to a community was flipped on its head in 2020 as in-person gatherings were not allowed or were greatly limited. Community workdays had to…
Read MoreMaryland, one of two states that require residential fire sprinklers, reports record-low fire deaths in 2020
The Office of the State Fire Marshal of Maryland released preliminary data from 2020 which showed 51 people died due to injuries sustained in fires last year, a record-low for the state. The previous low was 54 in 2012, and…
Read MoreCondo blaze demonstrates public’s continued over-confidence toward fire
Residents’ slow response to a massive fire at a 24-unit condo in Boxborough, MA, last week reflects a continued over-confidence that perpetuates the public’s risk. Boston’s CBS affiliate (WBZ-TV) reported that getting residents to exit the condo, where a fire…
Read MoreNew web version and quarterly print schedule for NFPA Journal
NFPA Journal®, the magazine of the National Fire Protection Association, has launched a new web version and moved to a quarterly print publication schedule as part of a larger plan to expand the magazine’s online presence, extend the association’s global…
Read MoreNew web version and quarterly print schedule for NFPA Journal
NFPA Journal®, the magazine of the National Fire Protection Association, has launched a new web version and moved to a quarterly print publication schedule as part of a larger plan to expand the magazine’s online presence, extend the association’s global…
Read MoreHome Fire Sprinkler Coalition Announces Stipends to Fire Departments to Support Home Fire Sprinkler Outreach
Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HFSC) announced they will award $300 stipends to 30 fire departments that demonstrate a plan to share the importance of home fire sprinklers with their community during Home Fire Sprinkler Week (HFSW). Only departments that are…
Read MoreHome Fire Sprinkler Coalition Announces Stipends to Fire Departments to Support Home Fire Sprinkler Outreach
Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HFSC) announced they will award $300 stipends to 30 fire departments that demonstrate a plan to share the importance of home fire sprinklers with their community during Home Fire Sprinkler Week (HFSW). Only departments that are…
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