"I don't believe in scaring people," a fire safety expert tells PEOPLE, "but there have been some horrific fires and deaths" Wendy Grossman Kantor is an award-winning journalist who has contributed to ...

Before you start decking the halls for the holidays, consider this: around 47,000 fires occur during this festive season, resulting in over 500 deaths each year. Yet, here is the good news: preventing ...

With the ongoing hot and dry conditions found in South Central Texas, fire danger concerns will be elevated at times in the days ahead. Fire danger conditions have already been elevated at times this ...

Teach fire safety: Show children how to safely enjoy the fire, and for older kids, demonstrate what to do in an emergency. Have water or blankets available to stop fires. Extinguish completely: Make ...

Outdoor fire places and fire pits can create a lovely ambiance and help extend parties by providing warmth and light after the sun goes down. They also can cause serious burns. "We see lots of burns ...

The importance of fire alarm systems cannot be overstated. From saving lives to protecting valuable property and equipment, fire alarm systems are a mainstay of all modern buildings. So much so that ...

Fire in an informal settlement in Kenya. Donwilson Odhiambo/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images In many African communities, fire hazards are a concern due to the materials used for building and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Department of Public Safety encourages families to review fire safety rituals for the upcoming “fall ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Grilling is a fun way to cook outside in Hawaiʻi, but it can also be dangerous if you’re not careful. And with the 4th of July quickly approaching during our dryer season, it’s ...

The Illinois State Fire Marshal has shared safety tips for lithium-ion batteries, which are commonly used in electronic devices, to prevent fire hazards.

Cy-Fair Fire Department’s Mike Clements shares what every Houston-area family should do before, during, and after a ...

Sitting around a campfire can be a beloved part of time with family and friends. But for families with young children, it's important to be aware of the risk of burns and know how to prevent and ...