Fall/Winter Safety Tips

Using a Generator During a Power Outage

Power outages can happen any time of year, but they are more likely during the winter months.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety

Any burning fuel such as gas, oil, kerosene, wood, or charcoal creates carbon monoxide (CO) gas. What is carbon monoxide? Each year...

Fall Home Safety Fire Tips

It’s never too early in the fall to begin to think about cooler days and nights that are sure to come. Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue...

Stay Fire Smart, Don't Get Burned!

Once a child touches a hot stove, as the cliché goes -he learns his lesson, stay away from a hot stove.

Disaster Preparedness

Disasters can occur anywhere at any time - preparing your family, your home, and your neighborhood is key to survival.

Tsunami Safety Information

I was recently asked to provide some information on Tsunamis. The Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management provided the...

Christmas Tree Safety

Many artificial trees are fire resistant. If you buy one, look for a statement specifying this protection. A fresh tree will stay green...

Don't be a Turkey - Practice Safe Cooking

As you plan your menu for gatherings with friends and family during the Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Winter Holidays, remember fire...

Put a FREEZE on Winter Holiday Fires

It's fun to decorate for the winter holidays, but holiday decorations can increase your risk for a home fire. As you deck the halls this...

Severe Winter Weather and Community Help

It's essential to know how to stay safe in severe winter weather - prepare yourself and loved ones with these tips from Ready.gov:

Keep Jack Frost from Nipping at You, Your Pet, and Your Car

Don’t hit the road without a jack or until your car is ready for winter weather.

Holiday Tree Safety, Prepare Your Car for Winter, and more from FEMA

Keep your tree safe throughout the holiday season.

Use Ladders Safely

Each year, more than 164,000 ladder-related injuries occur in the U.S. - follow these steps to prevent injury.