The Chimney Sentinel project was created for preventing fire caused by wood-burning appliances by containing a probe that can be inserted into the chimney. The Chimney Sentinel project was created for ...

When crews arrived, a stove was connected to the chimney and caught fire. The stove was cleaned out and the chimney was scrubbed to clear it out. Because of the location of the chimney and the road ...

HUDSON, Ohio (WOIO) - Two recent chimney fires in Hudson have prompted fire officials to remind residents about proper fireplace maintenance as the heating season continues. Chief Jerry Varnes told 19 ...

AUSTIN, Texas — With all the cold weather coming in, many people may be lighting fires to stay warm. But before you do, it’s important to make sure your chimney is completely cleared out first.

There’s nothing quite like sitting down next to a warm fireplace on a cold Wisconsin night, but sometimes chimneys can cause unwanted and damaging fires. Just last week, a chimney was blamed for a ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As families gather this Christmas Eve and throughout the holiday season, fire officials are urging homeowners to use caution when lighting fireplaces, warning that a common winter ...

The fire department states that a ladder truck had to be used to put out the fire due to a snow covered roof with ice. The fire was put out and no injuries were reported.

Chimney maintenance is an overlooked area but an essential part of home safety. You might not notice any physical signs that your chimney needs to be cleaned—but ignoring, or putting off, a regular ...

As North Texas braces for a blast of winter weather, many homeowners are dusting off space heaters, checking weather apps, ...