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#fire-prevention

2 weeks ago

California

Could this Hawaii community be the next Lahaina? Some residents fear a similar wildfire fate

fromwww.bbc.com

London politics

Wildfire caution urged after Met Office warning

2 weeks ago

California

Could this Hawaii community be the next Lahaina? Some residents fear a similar wildfire fate

fromwww.bbc.com

London politics

Wildfire caution urged after Met Office warning

Why You Should Avoid Plugging Any Kitchen Appliances Into Extension Cords - Tasting Table

Never use an extension cord for major kitchen appliances due to fire risks.

San Jose police seize 3,300-plus pounds of illegal fireworks

Officers carried out the operations in anticipation of the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, aiming to reduce fire risks and illegal activities.

San Francisco

#wildfires

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London

Severe wildfires alert for London as heatwave to push temperature close to 100F

5 months ago

California

Editorial: The state lags on fire safety rules, but even common sense should limit combustibles near homes

California

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Inconvenient truths about the fires burning in Los Angeles from two fire experts

The recent Los Angeles wildfires highlight a critical need for changing our approach to fire prevention and management.

Miscellaneous

Los Angeles wildfire reaches Getty Villa grounds, but 'staff and the collection remain safe'

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London

Severe wildfires alert for London as heatwave to push temperature close to 100F

5 months ago

California

Editorial: The state lags on fire safety rules, but even common sense should limit combustibles near homes

California

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Inconvenient truths about the fires burning in Los Angeles from two fire experts

The recent Los Angeles wildfires highlight a critical need for changing our approach to fire prevention and management.

Miscellaneous

Los Angeles wildfire reaches Getty Villa grounds, but 'staff and the collection remain safe'

NYC startup

E-bike bonanza: NYC to give free e-bikes to delivery workers as part of its ongoing safety surge

NYC is launching a safety program providing e-bikes and batteries to delivery workers in exchange for unsafe devices, aiming to reduce fire risks.

fromGothamist

NYC politics

NYC now accepting applications for sidewalk e-bike battery charging cabinets

New York City property owners can install e-bike charging cabinets, helping to reduce fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries.

NYC startup

fromwww.amny.com

E-bike bonanza: NYC to give free e-bikes to delivery workers as part of its ongoing safety surge

NYC is launching a safety program providing e-bikes and batteries to delivery workers in exchange for unsafe devices, aiming to reduce fire risks.

fromGothamist

NYC politics

NYC now accepting applications for sidewalk e-bike battery charging cabinets

more#e-bikes

Overnight East Bay wildfire burns six acres

A fire in Crockett burned six acres but was contained without injuries or damage.

#wildfire-safety

California

Opinion: California's proposed ban on plants near homes could be dangerous advice

fromFast Company

California

What California's plant ban overlooks for wildfire safety

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

East Bay (California)

Strict new rules banning vegetation and wooden decks within 5 feet of homes in parts of the Berkeley Hills could be approved this week

California

It will not be survivable':Lake Tahoe could be a deathtrap during major wildfires

fromwww.nytimes.com

Chicago

Critical Fire Conditions Expected to Return to Texas and Oklahoma

fromKqed

California

Why Is California Years Behind in Implementing a Law to Make Homes More Fire Resistant? | KQED

California

Opinion: California's proposed ban on plants near homes could be dangerous advice

California

fromFast Company

What California's plant ban overlooks for wildfire safety

Unburned vegetation amid urban fires suggests well-maintained plants can protect homes from fire effects.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

East Bay (California)

Strict new rules banning vegetation and wooden decks within 5 feet of homes in parts of the Berkeley Hills could be approved this week

California

It will not be survivable':Lake Tahoe could be a deathtrap during major wildfires

fromwww.nytimes.com

Chicago

Critical Fire Conditions Expected to Return to Texas and Oklahoma

fromKqed

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

California

Why Is California Years Behind in Implementing a Law to Make Homes More Fire Resistant? | KQED

more#wildfire-safety

US news

fromThe Washington Post

2 months ago

Forest Service closes homeless encampment at Oregon national forest

The U.S. Forest Service closed a homeless encampment in Oregon for fire prevention, prompting concern for displaced individuals.

1 year ago

The genius water bowl hack that will clean an entire oven in just 20 minutes

Cleaning the oven can be a dreaded household chore, often taking much longer than anticipated due to tough stains. A lifestyle group has suggested a simple hack for easier cleaning.

Everyday cooking

fromWIRED

Are Space Heaters Safe? Here's How Not to Start a Fire

Space heater safety has significantly improved, as modern models now feature automatic shut-off switches and regulated heating elements to mitigate fire risks.

OMG science

#dublin-fire-brigade

London politics

Spreading wildfire in Dublin mountains sends smoke to Lucan

London politics

Firefighters attend large wildfire in Dublin mountains

London politics

Spreading wildfire in Dublin mountains sends smoke to Lucan

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

London politics

Firefighters attend large wildfire in Dublin mountains

more#dublin-fire-brigade

Los Angeles

5 months ago

'One night I slept under my desk': Getty leader Katherine Fleming reflects on solidarity in the wake of the Los Angeles wildfires

Katherine Fleming emphasizes the importance of long-term fuel reduction measures to protect properties from wildfires.

fromArchitectural Digest

5 years ago

How to Clean a Dryer Vent in 7 Simple Steps

Over time, lint and small debris build up in exhaust pipes and needs to be removed. This buildup can reduce efficiency and become a fire hazard.

Miscellaneous