Firewise Safety Tips
Residential Vegetation Debris Burning - including burn permit information
Summer Grilling Safety
National Fire Protection Association Gas Grill Safety Tips Audio Slide Show
National Fire Protection Association Downloadable Grilling Safety Tips
ABC News Summer Grilling Safety Tips Video - Misusing your backyard grill can result in tragedy.
Vehicle Fire Safety
Holiday Safety
Christmas Tree Fires
Per NFPA the U.S. Fire Departments responded to an estimated annual average of 240 home structure fires that began with Christmas trees in 2005-2009. These fires caused an annual average of
- 13 civilian fire deaths
- 27 civilian fire injuries
- 16.7 million in direct property damage
- One of every 18 reported Christmas tree fires resulted in a death, compared to one death per 141 total reported home fires.
Links to Holiday Safety Facts and Tips
- Holiday & Winter Fire Safety - From CAL Fire
- Holiday Fire Safety - USFA Fema
- A Season for Sharing in Fire Safety - USFA Fema
- Holiday & Winter Fire Safety - CAL Fire
- Holiday Home Fires - American Red Cross
Downloadable Firewise Safety Tips
Fire Prevention Rules For Small Engine Users - small engines start fires . . . yours can too!
