Freezing cold winter months might be the last time you think about fire, but residential structure fires occur more often during the winter than any other season.
With below freezing temperatures in the metro, the importance of understanding how to properly heat your home is imperative.
The most home heating fires occur between the months of December to February. Here’s how to stay safe while keeping warm.
From finding shelter, to shoveling sidewalks, to keeping warm in the case of a power outages, here are tips to help you ride out the winter storm bearing down on Hampton Roads.
Home heating fires surge during the winter months, with nearly half occurring between December and February, according to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA data shows space heaters and ...
As freezing temperatures continue, residents are looking for ways to stay warm, especially in areas hit hard by power outages ...
Experts said a space heater should be at least 3 feet away from anything flammable, should be shut off before leaving the room or going to sleep and should never be plugged into an extension cord.
When cold weather arrives, there are some things you can do to add extra heat in your home. Here are some suggestions for ...
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue provides guidance on safely heating homes as temperatures drop, emphasizing the importance of proper use of heating systems and space heaters.
Since Sunday, January 25, multiple house and vehicle fires have kept first responders busy. Temperatures have not risen above ...
With freezing temperatures expected to continue in Florida, here are answers to your questions on how to stay warm and safe.
As Ohio continues to experience a major winter storm with heavy snow and frigid temperatures, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal is urging Ohioans to keep fire safety in ...