Red Cross Offers Fire Safety Tips During Fire Prevention Week

Fall Home: Red Cross offers ways to reduce risk of home fires during Fire Prevention Week - Shawnee News-Star

METROMETRO SHAWNEE — During Fire Prevention Week ─ observed October 4-10 ─ the American Red Cross of South Central and Southeast Oklahoma offers steps you… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Red Cross offers fire safety tips during Fire Prevention Week

NORTH CAROLINA (WWAY) — The American Red Cross North Carolina Region is sharing home fire safety tips during Fire Prevention Week, which runs Oct. 4-10. The Red Cross said cooking and home heating are among the leading causes of home fires. During fiscal year 2026, disaster teams with the organization responded to 2,886 home fires across North Carolina. “Home fires...

Firefighters urge safe charging habits during Fire Prevention Week

From cell phones and tablets to e-bikes and scooters, lithium-ion batteries are part of daily life. But fire officials say improper charging can lead to overheating, fires, and even explosions.The warning comes as fire departments across Virginia report an increase in lithium-ion battery fires, during Fire Prevention Week.Chief Wesley Rogers of the Newport News Fire Department says residents should avoid leaving devices plugged in after they rea…

Red Cross reminding residents to stay safe during fire prevention week

PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) -- As Fire Prevention Week runs through Saturday, Oct. 10, the American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania reminds residents of the many ways to keep themselves and their homes safe. Disaster teams from the American Red Cross have responded to more than 1,700 home fires across the state since the beginning of the [...]

'Charge into fire safety' during Fire Prevention Week

The theme for Fire Prevention Week, October 4–10, is “Charge into Fire Safety, Safe Charging Is a Superpower.”