NATIONAL  — Sparky the Fire Dog® , the official mascot of the National Fire Protection Association®  (NFPA®), is turning 75! This milestone birthday reflects a legacy that spans the … more

To keep the spark alive safely this Valentine’s Day, the  National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)  encourages extra caution when  cooking  and using  candles to … more

REGION — As winter weather continues to impact communities across the commonwealth, the American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania urges families to take steps to heat their homes safely. In … more

REGION — Heating fires peak during the winter months, with nearly half of all U.S. home heating equipment fires (46 percent) occurring between December and February. In response to this increased … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other State agencies, local emergency response … more

REGION — If you’re struggling to part ways with your Christmas tree, consider this: More than one-third (35 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January. With this … more

REGION — Home fires increase significantly during the holiday months, often sparked by cooking accidents, unattended candles or unsafe decorations. The American Red Cross of Greater … more

The  National Fire Protection Association ®  (NFPA®) today launched  A Code for Every Moment ,  one of the most significant public awareness campaigns in its more than … more