Fire Safety & Prevention

Condo Tower Fire Is Reminder Of Lack Of Sprinklers In Older Buildings (HI)

There were no sprinklers when a fire broke out Thursday, shooting flames and black smoke from the 14th floor of…

6 months ago

Why Fire Prevention Emphasis is More Important Than Most Boards Think

"CONDO FIRES ARE RARELY CONTAINED TO ONE UNIT" This site has tracked condominium fires for over 18 years now.  The…

6 months ago

Half of home heating fires occur in December, January and February — How to stay warm and safe

With the arrival of the cold temperatures, Wilmerding Fire Marshal Alvin Hussey is warning homeowners to be careful while trying…

6 months ago

Fireplace Safety

As the colder weather sets in, many people are rushing to light their fireplaces to create a cozy and warm…

6 months ago

Los Robles Estates Homeowners Association has become a nationally recognized Firewise USA community. “What that means” (CA)

Residents of a Thousand Oaks neighborhood have come together to lower their wildfire risk. In so doing, the Los Robles…

7 months ago

Smoke Alarms and Fire Prevention Systems in Illinois Community Associations

.......discusses legal updates impacting smoke alarms and fire prevention systems in Illinois condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome community associations.   Listen…

7 months ago

Convenient clean up in Lakeview Meadows (BC)

Knowing that the best way to fight wildfire is to do the necessary work well in advance, homeowners in the…

7 months ago

Fire Safety Tips For Homeowners Associations And Managed Community Leaders

Fire danger is something all communities face. These fire prevention tips can help promote safety in condo buildings and neighborhoods. …

8 months ago