– Christine Gelley, Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator, Noble County, OSU Extension
The holidays are approaching and many are eager to decorate, welcome family and friends into their warm homes, and celebrate. Before company arrives or before you leave for a visit, think about fire safety around your home, garage, and/or barn.
According to the American Red Cross structural fire risk increases in the fall and winter, with December and January being the peak months. Statistically fires are more likely to occur on Saturdays and Sundays in the evenings, while people are home (www.redcross.org/homefires).
Common inadvertent causes of structural fires are cooking, heating units, electrical distribution/lighting, and Continue reading Holiday Fire Hazards