Appliance Fires Pose Significant Dangers

Like many conscientious homeowners, Karen Young owned a fire extinguisher in case cooking fires flared up. Her smart planning was a lifesaver. One memorable evening, Young pulled the pin and pointed the extinguisher…at the dishwasher. The front vents, where steam gently wafted after cycles finished, boiled with black smoke and… Read more »

As Residential Fires Drop Significantly, Five Leading Fire Causes Persist

The National Fire Protection Association is a global organization with one mission: to eliminate death, injury and economic loss related to fires. Established in 1896, the historic association has developed more than 300 codes and standards that keep us safer. You probably know the NFPA from annual events like Fire… Read more »