Independence Day is right around the corner, and we are all getting ready to celebrate. Summer is a great time to get together with loved ones, have a barbeque, watch a parade, or set off some fireworks. Fireworks are a… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘fire safety’
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Unexpected Things You Didn’t Know Were Fire Hazards
House fires are a serious danger, and you want to ensure you and your family are being safe and eliminating any potential hazards. To avoid some of the usual fire starters, make sure to maintain heating equipment, electrical wires,… Read More
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How to Prevent Kitchen Fires
There are, unfortunately, many ways people can prevent kitchen fires. Despite this, kitchen fires are all too common among homes and businesses alike. In fact, kitchen fires are one of the most common types of fires firefighters deal with on… Read More
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A Guide to Smoke Alarms
Are you aware of how many smoke alarms are actually installed in your home at the moment? It can be hard to know how important fire alarms are until you need them to work. As a result, equipping your home… Read More
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Educating Your Children About Fire Prevention
Fire safety and prevention are crucial skills to teach your children in order to keep everyone in your home safe. One of the major leading causes of residential building fires and injuries for children under age 10 is playing with… Read More
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Fire Safety Tips for Your Business
A fire in a local business can be extremely devastating to the community. According to FEMA, there are 17,000 office and store fires in the United States every year. These fires cause up to $800 million in property damage. Reducing… Read More
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Where to Place Smoke Alarms in the Home
Smoke alarms are essential to have in every home. When properly installed, smoke alarms are the first line of defense in the event of a fire. They need to be positioned near high traffic areas of the house and any… Read More
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How Many Fire Extinguishers Should You Have in Your Home?
Fire safety should be paramount in your home. In most instances, house fires are preventable. With proper preparedness and an abundance of caution, you can dramatically reduce the risk of devastation due to fire. But no matter the precautions you… Read More
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Where House Fires Start
Here at Judd Fire Protection, our ultimate goal is to prevent as many people as possible from experiencing fires in the first place. Few things can be more devastating than a house fire. Thankfully, there are things we can do… Read More
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The Fundamentals of Fire Safety in the Kitchen
The majority of house fires start in the kitchen. Experts estimate that kitchen fires account for at least 50% of all residential fires. If we all put perfect fire safety best practices to work in the kitchen, we might be… Read More