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October is Fire Prevention Month

October is Fire Prevention Month. This is a time to focus on safety and to educate ourselves on home fires and how to prevent them. Each week, we will highlight a different fire safety message on the Fireline Blog and on social media. Learn more about this year’s Fire Prevention… [ Keep reading ]

Firefighters battle brush fire impacting parked semitrucks, power lines and traffic on HW 99 in the Georgetown neighborhood

At 4:38 p.m., Seattle Fire Department’s Fire Alarm Center received multiple 911 calls reporting a brush fire at 1St Ave. S. & E. Marginal Way S., next to highway 99. The first firefighters on scene reported the brush fire had spread to a nearby RV and several semitrucks with attached trailers that were parked along E. Marginal Way S.

Stay alert when using the stove

Last weekend there were two home fires that started in the kitchen. Fortunately there were no injuries but the estimated property loss was over $100,000. Cooking-related fires are the main cause of home fires across the country. According to the US Fire Administration, there were over 178,000 residential building cooking… [ Keep reading ]

Preventing fireworks fires

Every year, the personal use of fireworks cause fires and injure people in the Seattle area. In 2022, there were over 500 fireworks-related fires and injuries reported to the State Fire Marshal’s Office. The Seattle Fire Department responded to 58 fireworks-related incidents in 2023. One significant fire happened on July… [ Keep reading ]

Fire safety tips for e-bikes and e-scooters

The popularity of electric bikes and electric scooters (e-bikes and e-scooters) have grown a lot lately. Most use lithium-ion batteries to work. But if these batteries get damaged or used the wrong way, they can catch fire or even explode. Whether you use e-bikes or e-scooters for getting around or just for fun, it’s important to remember the following safety tips when charging or storing them. 

It’s time to spring into preventive home cleaning!

As we gear up for spring and tackle those home and yard projects, it’s essential to prioritize fire safety every step of the way. Please check out our helpful safety tips and recommendations to minimize the risk of fires and associated hazards: Home safety check Clear your home clutter in… [ Keep reading ]

Daylight saving time reminder about smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

The Seattle Fire Department would like to remind everyone to check on your smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms for the start of daylight saving time this weekend (2 a.m. Sunday, March 10). We recommend carefully vacuuming around the alarms to remove dust and cobwebs and replace batteries if needed…. [ Keep reading ]

How to recognize the signs of an expired carbon monoxide (CO) alarm

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, and poisonous gas. CO is found in fumes produced any time you burn fuel in cars or trucks, small engines, stoves, lanterns, grills, fireplaces, gas ranges, or furnaces. CO can build up indoors and poison people and animals who breathe it. Exposure to… [ Keep reading ]

Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning during power outages

The National Weather Service is warning King County residents about the possibility of high winds this week. High winds can lead to downed power lines and power outages which increases the possibility of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Carbon monoxide is produced any time fossil fuels are burned. During a power… [ Keep reading ]

Don’t burn your Christmas tree and other fire safety tips to start the new year

The Seattle Fire Department would like to wish you all a very happy New Year. Here are some safety reminders to carry into 2024. Old Christmas Trees Don’t burn your Christmas tree. Burning trees at public locations such as parks and beaches is illegal. Instead, treat your old Christmas tree like… [ Keep reading ]