Causes of Fire

Learn about what causes fires and what you can do to prevent them.

Candles
Candles are pretty to look at but they are a cause of home fires...

Cooking
The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking.

Electric
Electricity makes our lives easier. However, we need to be cautious and keep safety in mind.

Generators
Many homeowners are unaware that the improper use of portable generators can be risky.

Smoking
Smoking materials (i.e., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, etc.) are the leading cause of fire deaths in the United States.

Space Heaters
Almost half of home heating equipment fires are reported during the months of December, January, and February.