The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), along with four other associations, has announced that the theme for Safety Stand Down 2026 is “Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit ...

The Annual campaign, set for June 14–20, will focus on physical fitness, health, and long-term readiness for fire and emergency personnel.

Oswego County Fire Coordinator Shane Laws announced there were no injuries during the fire reported at 2:46 a.m. Jan. 20 at 383 Co. Rte. 7 in Hannibal. “There were a number ...

SAN DIEGO – In 1922, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) named the second week of October Fire Prevention Week in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. The Burn Institute ...

The American Red Cross of Northern Nevada is emphasizing fire safety during Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5–11, by raising awareness about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries and promoting the Home Fire ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – It’s that time of year when Christmas trees are going up in homes for the holiday season, but there are several dangers to be aware of. Ship Christmas gifts now to ensure ...

A fire safety expert from Worcester Polytechnic Institute has warned that improperly maintained Christmas trees can ignite and engulf an entire room in minutes. “These trees can, if they’re dry, they ...

Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Reddit Share on LinkedIn Share via Email CAMP HUMPHREYS, Republic of Korea – Fire Prevention Week 2025 may have officially taken place Oct.5-11, but the ...

Firefighters are urging caution in the kitchen as Thanksgiving approaches. The National Fire Protection Association reports Thanksgiving is the top day for home cooking fires in the U.S. Unattended ...

The partnership grants IEC apprentices free access to NFPA LiNK, covering over 300 codes including the National Electrical Code. NFPA LiNK offers real-time updates, expert commentary, visual aids, and ...

QUINCY, Mass. – An estimated 1,446 home cooking fires were reported to U.S. fire departments on Thanksgiving Day in 2023, reflecting a 388 percent increase over the daily average, according to the ...

Following National Fire Prevention Week Illinois American Water Awards 112 Firefighter Grants More than $110,000 has been awarded this year to 112 Illinois fire departments and districts through ...