Tough stains or a lot of grit and grime can drive people to try different types cleaning products. When these chemicals are mixed it can be deadly, especially ammonia and bleach. Mixing bleach and ammonia creates chlorine gas, which is so powerful it was used as a chemical warfare agent Read more…
Every year 13,000 people are injured in home fires, and with cooking being one of the leading causes of these fires it is important to remember safety when your are in the kitchen. If you have a cooking fire, just get out! When you leave, close the door behind you Read more…
Everyone gathered around the fireplace enjoying the holidays. It makes for a picture perfect scene, but without taking the proper precautions fireplaces can cause a fire hazard in an instant. Top 3 Fireplace Safety Tips Check the chimney to ensure it is clear of debris. A fireproof screen should be Read more…
On average 25 home candle fires start every day. The simple nature of candles having an open flame is the key to why they can be so dangerous. WFPD recommends using battery operated, flameless candles. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more than half of all candle fires Read more…
Inspect holiday lights every year. If you find: • Frayed wire • Bare spots • Broken sockets • The wires are warm to the touch • They are not approved by UL or another testing laboratory Then it is time to purchase new lights. Never link more than three lights Read more…
Although gas grills are used roughly 1.5 times as often as charcoal grills, they are involved in five times as many fires. The key to not becoming a statistic is following some simple grilling safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). According to the National Fire Protection Association Read more…