There are few things cozier than a blazing bonfire on a chilly fall night – complete with s’mores and other snacks, of course. Bonfires are a great part of fall fun, but they can also be dangerous if...

For thousands of years, societies have struggled with the problem of extinguishing fires. Today, firefighters with stations located throughout the area seems like a no-brainer, but it wasn’t always...

It’s September – for many, the unofficial start to fall, with the official start on September 23. The cooler weather can bring a welcome wave of activities, like bonfires, lighting candles, raking...

Today, fire extinguishers are considered a no-brainer when it comes to fire and life safety. Generally, most people know what they look like, as well as how – and when – to use them. But, how were...

If a fire broke out in your office or home – would you know what to do? You might know to look for a fire extinguisher – but do you know where they are in your workplace or home? Do you know what...

August is the peak time for camping. It’s the last full month of summer, and many people take advantage of this before hunkering down for the fall and winter. Of course, no camping trip is complete...

It’s August, and for most families and students that means school is back in session or soon will be. While in school, students of course are there to focus on learning – but learning can only happen...

The agriculture industry encompasses many different jobs and tasks. From cultivating fields and livestock rearing, to processing crops and storing hay or fertilizers, there are many things to...

When it comes to home and business fires, many people think about wintertime, when people are using fireplaces or space heaters, lighting candles and running furnaces around the clock.

Laundry is a part of life - but did you know that it also can be a fire hazard?