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On September 27th, FireRoots volunteers woke up bright and early to drive an hour to Modesto, California. We were here participating in an important volunteering event: Sound the Alarm by Red Cross. During this event, we would help replace fire alarms in mobile homes, a community that is often underserved. We would also work with them to create and practice an escape plan, as well as review general fire safety tips.  While waiting for our cohort to arrive, we got to chow dow

When thinking of quelling a fire, fire extinguishers often come to mind. Indeed, they are incredibly helpful tools, helping to stop fires before they become too large and impossible to control. But how much do we actually know about fire extinguishers? While they all serve the same general purpose, not all fire extinguishers are the same. Since fires are caused by a variety of factors, a variety of fire extinguishers, naturally, is needed. Understanding these differences is c

When was the last time your fire extinguisher was serviced? If you can’t remember, you’re not alone. While around 70% of U.S. households...

Grilling is an extremely popular method for cooking food, especially during the summer months. However, alongside the outdoor fun comes...

As climate change drastically changes the world around us, many households are starting to make the switch to solar panels in order to...

I’m sure that by now, all of us have seen some sort of sensationalized news headline, screaming “Another EV Fire has Occurred!”  It’s...

With the summer solstice having passed over a month ago and as we approach colder temperatures in autumn and winter, we might start to...

When it comes to fire safety, most discussions focus on how to act during a fire, but little is mentioned about what to do after a fire....

When one thinks about fires that happen in the home, one may think of fires caused by cooking, candles, or lighters. However, a common...

When a fire breaks out in your home, every second matters. Fires spread shockingly fast, often growing from a small flame to a full-blown...

Home fires remain one of the most deadly and damaging threats to families across the United States. Each year, more than 350,000 home...

Smoke detectors are the first line of defense against devastating house fires, yet are frequently overlooked and forgotten within homes....

More than 40% of house fires start in the kitchen, and with the development of new appliances, it is becoming increasingly important to...

Fires can be devastating for homeowners; people can lose all they have within a burning blaze. Yet at the same time, most fires are...