Fire at vacant West Side house prompts warnings about fire safetySan Antonio firefighters are concerned that a predicted cold snap could lead to more fires such as one inside a vacant West Side home Friday morning. Homeless people are believed to have started it.
House fires burn hotter, faster than decades ago. Here’s how to protect your family.Thanks to smoke detectors and better building codes, the numbers of house fires are down significantly. But, fires that do happen are deadlier.
Consumer Reports test space heaters for safety, warmthJust in time for chilly mornings, Consumer Reports tests space heaters for fire safety and warmth.
Window ACs may pose a hidden fire hazardAs summer temperatures heat up, so do the numbers and risk of fires linked to window air conditioner units. Diligent maintenance and proper electrical setups are key, experts say.
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