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June 12, 2025
How canines help with fire investigations
Since 1993, the State Fire Marshal's Office (SFMO) has called on man's "best friend" to help in its investigations. Canine teams help determine the presence of ignitable liquids, such as gasoline, at fire scenes.
January 16, 2025
What are PPC fire protection ratings and how do they impact insurance?
The Insurance Services Office (ISO) grades cities and counties on their fire protection capability. Insurance companies use this Public Protection Classification (PPC) rating when they decide where they’ll sell home policies and how much to charge.
October 10, 2024
Why you should have smoke alarms
You have about two minutes to get out of a burning house from the second your smoke alarm goes off. It’s critical your alarm works.
June 13, 2024
Campfire and grilling safety tips
Summers in Texas usually means cooking on a campfire or barbecue. Learn more about keeping your family safe while cooking outdoors.
October 12, 2023
The number one cause of home fires
Kitchen fires started by cooking are the No. 1 cause of home fires. Learn more about keeping your home and your family safe from cooking fires.
June 1, 2023
How to safely use a portable generator
If you’ve had a power outage in your home, you might have bought a portable generator. Here’s how to stay safe while using it.
July 7, 2022
How to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning
Thousands of people are sent to the emergency room each year with symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning. Learn how you can protect your family from this invisible killer.
June 2, 2022
How to know what your smoke alarm is telling you
Just about everyone has woken up to the sounds of a smoke or a carbon monoxide alarm going off in the middle of the night. But what do those chirps and beeps mean?
We talked to the National Fire Protection Association to find out what the noises mean and how to keep your family safe.
