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

During 2007-2011, an estimated 282,600 intentional fires were reported to U.S. fire departments each year, with associated annual losses of 420 civilian deaths, 1,360 civilian

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 treatment.  Increased

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, 827 injuries

In 2010-2014, U.S. municipal fire departments responded to an estimated 15,970 home fires involving clothes dryers or washing machines each year. These fires resulted in

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.   Electrical

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

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

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

Smoking materials, including cigarettes, pipes, and cigars, started an estimated 17,200 home structure fires reported to U.S. fire departments in 2014. These fires caused 570

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

Outdoor Fire Safety Create a safety zone of up to 100 feet around your home. Remove pine needles and dry leaves from around your home.