The Rapid City Fire Department sees an uptick in fire calls during the winter months as the use of wood heating increases.

Creosote creates a sour, sickly odor. Slow smoldering fires or the use of unseasoned wood can create “cool” smoke and a weak draft. The smoke condenses and sticks to the chimney’s interior which forms ...

Few devices beat a wood-burning stove for coziness. However, you need to make sure you're starting the fire correctly to ...

Before the snowy season sets in and you're curling up in front of a cozy fire, it is time to think about ways you can prevent chimney fires in your home. Knowing the best safety practices helps reduce ...

Plastics should never be placed in a fire, including household plastics such as plastic cups or bubble wrap. “Burning plastic releases toxic fumes that can be harmful to your health and the ...

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) -As the colder months continue, many homeowners in Lubbock are relying on their chimneys for warmth. However, fire safety experts warn that without proper maintenance, these ...

As the temperatures across Arizona go down, many of us look to light up our fireplaces. Here are some timely tips to think about before you strike that first match or crank up the gas. Perhaps the ...

OLATHE, Kan. (KCTV) - Last week, Olathe firefighters responded to a chimney, or flue, fire. They were able to put it out quickly with no injuries reported. They took to social media to post a video ...

New Kensington’s fire chief urged homeowners Tuesday to have chimneys professionally cleaned after firefighters responded to a chimney fire in the city. Fire Chief Ed Saliba Jr. said firefighters ...

REYES, WGAL NEWS EIGHT. A FIRE THAT STARTED IN A CHIMNEY EARLY THIS MORNING DAMAGED A HOME IN RAPHO TOWNSHIP, LANCASTER COUNTY. THE MANHEIM DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF SAYS THERE’S A GOOD AMOUNT OF DAMAGE ON ...

MOTHER’S HOUSE RECENTLY. A MAN WITHOUT A PLACE TO STAY TONIGHT AFTER A FIRE IN A FIREPLACE SPREAD TO HIS APARTMENT IN WINSTON-SALEM. AND NOW THE FIRE DEPARTMENT IS SHARING A WARNING THAT COULD ...

On Jan. 21, Albuquerque Fire Rescue was called to the scene of a chimney fire at 1232 Sandler Drive Northeast, Albuquerque, at around 2:15 p.m. When rescuers arrived, they were able to confirm the ...