Prescribed burns are scheduled for Wednesday, April 14, 2021 from about 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Lake in the Hills in the Harvest Gate Detention basin area and in Crystal Lake in an open […]
Dozens of people were reportedly hospitalized after explosions shook a fireworks factory in Hendek, Turkey. Four people were killed and at least 97 people were injured among 186 workers that were working at a fireworks […]
On Wednesday December 18, 2019, the US Chemical Safety Board (CSB) released a factual update into the May 3, 2019, explosion and fire at AB Specialty Silicones facility in Waukegan, Illinois. The factual update provided […]
Fall is here and outdoor fire pits are warming up across the Midwest. The Palatine Fire Department reminds residents to take proactive measures to keep their outdoor entertaining safe and fun for everyone. According to […]
Summer is here and grills are lighting up all across the country; and in July, Palatine Fire Department is reminding residents to take proactive measures to keep their summer barbecues safe and fun for everyone […]
Nicor recently issued a reminder for the following safety tips regarding natural gas safety. Detecting Gas Leaks If you smell the rotten egg odor that is often associated with natural gas or suspect carbon monoxide […]
Frozen fire hydrants are just on the challenges firefighters will be up against as the arctic air continues to move in. Luckily, local firefighters have “sub zero” plan in place. Palatine Fire Department has an […]
COOKING MAIN CAUSE OF HOME FIRES AND HOUSE FIRE INJURIES, BUT HALF OF DEATHS OCCUR AT NIGHT WHEN PEOPLE ARE SLEEPING The Palatine Fire Department is urging Palatine residents to make 2019 a healthier and […]
WFLA’s Jana Jones interviews Pasco County Division Fire Chief Shawn Whited on the hazards of frying a turkey with a turkey fryer. Highlights to remember … Don’t overfill the fryer with oil. Make sure turkey […]
Summer is here and grills are lighting up all across the country. The Palatine Fire Department reminds residents to take proactive measures to keep their summer barbecues safe and fun for everyone involved. According to […]
A guy smoking at a gas station is asked repeatedly by the employee to put the cigarette out. You must see how the story ends…hint: the station worker (at undisclosed location) got commended by the […]
Kidde has recalled their dual-sensor (photoelectric and ionization) smoke alarms – models PI2010 and PI9010 due to a risk of the device’s failure to activate as it is designed to function in the presence of […]
Bosch, Gaggeneu, Jenn-Air and Thermador brand dishwashers have been recalled because the power cords are at risk of overheating and catching fire. The maker of Bosch (BSH), Gaggeneu (BSH), Jenn-Air and Thermador (BSH) brand dishwashers […]
As part of Fire Prevention Week Prospect Heights firefighters will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, October 14, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the main fire station at 10 East Camp […]
Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District will be hosting an antique fire truck show and open house on Saturday, September 9, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the BCFPD Headquarters (Station 1) 22222 North […]
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