Time Off? Scream Fire and See What Happens
This is usually a week where family hangs out after the holidays. In a calm moment at the house, scream ‘Fire’ and see who knows gets out of the house quickly and safely.
If no one knows how to get out, create a home emergency exit plan this Saturday or Sunday.
Here’s how:
Draw a floor plan of your residence. [...]
How to Trim a Tree Safely
Yesterday we posted some info from the US Fire Administration and Safe Kids USA on fire safety around the holidays. Today we’re looking at what they have to say about trimming the Christmas tree:
If you decorate a tree, Safe Kids USA and the USFA recommend these precautions:
Never leave a lighted Christmas tree or other [...]
USFA and Safe Kids USA - Don’t Burn Down the House
Here’s a stat that wakes you up: the top four days for candle fires are around Christmas and New Years, according to a release from the US Fire Administration. They’ve joined with Safe Kids USA to talk about fire safety and kids this season.
They also say that candles started over 15,000 house fires in the [...]
Don’t Let the Pumpkin Burn the House Down
Every year, fires during the holiday season (which we’re stretching from Halloween through New Year’s) cause around $930 million dollars in property damage. Take extra precautions by following these tips.
Holiday Decorations
When we say ‘holiday’ we mean Halloween, Thanksgiving, religious holidays and New Year’s Eve.
Consider using decor (artificial tree, scarecrow) that is labeled “flame resistant.”
Do [...]
FEMA and WHN Offer Sound Advice about Surviving a Disaster
Tornado season is in full swing for parts of the country. Other natural disasters have been reported throughout the nation. Being prepared can make the difference between safely weathering the storm and becoming a victim of the disaster!
WHN TIP: Click here for a comprehensive list of natural disasters, preparedness, survival and rebuilding provided by FEMA, the [...]
Grilling on Memorial Day Weekend - Don’t Blow Up the House
It’s finally warm and we’re grilling out with friends this weekend.
The grill has been hibernating since last fall; we’ll be going through tips our writers put together on grilling safety so we don’t inadvertently blow up the house or set the dog on fire.
Here’s good info on BBQ safety from the Home Safety Council.
We just [...]
The Fire Danger is Rising - Be Smart and Stay Safe!
In some parts of the U.S., it might have seemed like winter would never end in 2009. When it did, floods in places like Fargo, ND made national news. The focus on flooding may have taken our focus away from another real danger - wildfires.
Citizens of Shakopee, MN got a huge reminder that a small [...]
Holy Smokes
Sad news in Chicago - the 134-year-old Holy Name Cathedral caught fire early this morning. CNN reports that it took 2.5 hours to put the fire out, and there is extensive damage to the roof and attic (where it is believed to have started) as well as enormous water damage inside. Thankfully no one died.
How [...]
We’re Baaaack! National Fire Prevention Week
After a long hiatus the WhatHappensNow.com blog is back with a new look and great new functionality. Woo-hoo! Thank you for your patience and welcome back. We’re happy you’re here and excited to bring you great new advice in the coming months.
With that, let’s get to it!
This week marks National Fire Prevention Week. The theme? [...]