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10 Unforeseen Fire Hazards: Home Edition

Did you know that there are some other, less-obvious ways your home could be at risk of fires? Check out this list of common fire hazards in the home that you may not have considered.

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Wednesday, December 2, 2015

The Future of Fire Suppression

There is a lot more to firefighting than meets the eye. The technology of fighting fires – whether residential, industrial, or wildfires – is in constant motion, based on the latest advancements available.

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Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Giving Back During the Holidays

The employees at our Eugene location choose a local charity to receive a portion of the profits from each fire extinguisher annual service (walk-ins and on-location) performed in December. Learn more about our 2015 recipient and how you can contribute here.

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Friday, November 20, 2015

Monthly Fire Extinguisher Inspections

Monthly fire extinguisher inspections include a quick check that a fire extinguisher is in its designated place, that it has not been actuated or tampered with, and that there is no obvious physical damage or condition to prevent its operation. Learn more about how to check the fire extinguishers in your home or business to ensure your safety in the case of a fire.

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Thursday, November 19, 2015

Winter Fire Safety Tips

​It’s every homeowner or renter’s worst nightmare: your home going up in flames. During the winter, homes are especially susceptible to fires.​ Follow these winter fire safety tips to keep your home fire free during the cold season.

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Friday, November 13, 2015

Up In Flames: Watered vs. Dry Christmas Trees

Although Christmas tree fires are not common, when they do occur, they are unusually likely to be serious. On average, one of every 40 reported home structure Christmas tree fires resulted in a death compared to an average of one death per 142 total reported home structure fires. This demonstration shows how flammable a dry Christmas tree can be as opposed to a tree watered regularly.

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Friday, November 13, 2015

Christmas Tree Safety

U.S. fire departments respond to an average of 210 home fires that start with Christmas trees per year. These fires caused an average of 7 deaths, 19 injuries, and $17.5 million in direct property damage annually. As you deck the halls this holiday season, be fire smart with these Christmas Tree Safety Tips.

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Friday, November 13, 2015

Controlled Burning 101

Over the years, U.S. federal agencies have sought ways to mitigate the threat posed by forest fires, finding one very practical solution: controlled burning.

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Wednesday, November 11, 2015