Fire Protection Blog

When it comes to fire, remember: 1. Fire is HOT 2. Fire is FAST 3. Fire is DARK 4. Fire is TOXIC

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As the new school year approaches, college students across the country are moving into campus dormitories and off-campus housing. Let’s make sure they stay safe! NFPA is offering free safety resources related to cooking and the use, storage, and charging of devices that use lithium-ion batteries. You can find this information and much more here: nfpa.org/campussafety