In an emergency, knowing how to effectively use a fire extinguisher can mean the difference between safety and disaster. When ...

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From 25 foot long ladders to smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, these fire safety tools are essential additions to your emergency preparedness kit.

Some volunteer firefighters are expressing concerns about changes by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration that could potentially drive up fire departments budgets and hurt ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The Charleston Fire Department is offering free car seat checks Jan. 8 ... At the event, they will be offering safety tips and tricks to parents, as well as guiding ...

Some volunteer firefighters are expressing concerns about changes by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration that could potentially drive up fire departments budgets and hurt ...

Oregon has sent hundreds of firefighters, 75 fire engines and other equipment to help battle the blazes in Southern ...

With high winds and fire danger comes power outages — unplanned due to downed trees and planned to try to prevent fires. We ...

A structure fire at a home in Pollocksville claimed the life of one person early Saturday morning, Jan. 11, 2025. After an ...