This post was paid for by an advertiser. The Herald-Dispatch newsroom was not involved in its creation. Every homeowner knows that safety starts at home, and fire alarms are one of the most critical ...

CADILLAC — In 2024, 147 Michiganders lost their lives to fires - one of the deadliest years in a decade. State investigators say many victims were found just feet from their doors, unable to escape in ...

Winter is when your home works hardest, and when small oversights can turn deadly. Before the weather turns ugly, building a habit of testing your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms is one of the ...

Occupant Load Determines Fire Code Application – Occupant load calculations help identify which fire alarm and safety regulations apply. Mixed-Use Buildings Must Consider Combined Loads – When ...

MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - Muscatine fire officials are encouraging residents to not only adjust their clocks for Daylight Saving Time but also check and replace the batteries in their smoke and carbon ...