Halloween Safety Tips for Kids and Adults

October 28, 2007

With witches, goblins, and super-heroes descending on neighborhoods across America, the Jollyville Fire Department offers parents some safety tips to help prepare their children for a safe and enjoyable trick-or-treat holiday. Read more

The time is now to plan and practice it – home fire escape

October 1, 2007

Many people and families follow a series of items on a schedule or a to-do list to keep things running smoothly. Sound familiar? There is one item that should get top billing on everyone’s list – plan and practice a home fire escape. This item should be marked “must-do now!” Whether the list of tasks is posted on the refrigerator door, is a running tally in your head or takes on the form of a reminder that lives in your latest organizer gadget – the time is now to get this item moved to your “done” list. Read more

Fireworks Safety Tips

July 4, 2007

Fireworks and celebrations go together, especially during the Fourth of July. But fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burn and eye injuries. Read more

Be Prepared For Fire

January 26, 2007

Most fatal home fires start when you are asleep and least prepared. Family members die when discovery is delayed and exits become blocked with smoke and heat. According to recent statistics, smoke is the major cause of all fire related deaths. Read more