Electric Space Heater Safety
January 11, 2008
Winters in Jollyville are generally a very mild time. Unlike our family to the north and midwest, we rarely have to worry with sub-zero temperatures or snow. And the temperatures during winter, while cold, are often made bearable by your home’s central heater.
Some spaces in our homes or businesses seem to be overlooked at times, and that is when many of us depend on electric space heaters. While they are perfect for warming those odd areas, they come with their own safety concerns and must be treated with hefty respect. Read more
Cold Weather Safety
December 26, 2007
The very young, the elderly and or infirmed tend to be more prone to cold related injuries. It is important to monitor Read more
Holiday Fire-Safety Tips
December 9, 2007
As the holidays approach, the Jollyville Fire Department is urging people to look for and eliminate potential dangers from holiday lights and decorations that could lead to fires and injuries. Read more
Thanksgiving Day Fires
November 18, 2007
Residential Structure Fires
As with many U.S. holidays, fire incidence increases on Thanksgiving Day. This increase is troubling as it applies mostly to cooking fires in the family home.