At this point in summer, it’s usually hard not to think about the heat. No matter where you live, you’re likely dealing with some high temperatures. Things are hot enough around you that the last thing you want to think about is the risk of fire. Summer actually comes with a slightly lower rate of… Continue Reading
Air fryers can be a fun and convenient addition to your kitchen. They cut down on the time it takes to cook a meal or make a snack, and are capable of handling everything from vegetables to melts to meat. But like most appliances, they come with a pretty serious risk factor; fire. This doesn’t… Continue Reading
During the hot summer months, many people cool down by installing an air conditioning unit in their window. While this is a good way to bring a room down to your desired temperature, it also comes with some risk. Air conditioners are responsible for 7,400 fires per year in the United States, cause $82 million… Continue Reading
In the unfortunate event of a home fire, a residential fire sprinkler system will save lives and property. This system slows the spread of a fire and in most cases, it will extinguish the fire completely before the fire department even arrives. A fire sprinkler system can save your home, your possessions, and even your… Continue Reading
When caught in a house fire, it is incredibly rare victims succumb to injury from contact with the fire itself. That’s because most fatalities are rooted in smoke inhalation. The origin of most fatalities in structure fires, smoke inhalation greatly reduces oxygen intake and leads to lost consciousness, leaving you defenseless from the elements. Smoke… Continue Reading