Dec 26, 2024 · Several crews responded to the fire. Our reporter at the scene said heavy smoke could be seen coming from the house’s windows. A look at Thursday's Sioux City home fire at 1913 George Street.

23 hours ago · Fatal fire statistics for 2024 show Michigan saw 116 deaths statewide resulting from 106 fires, according to the state's Bureau of Fire Services. The agency said the number is a 16% decrease from ...

Jan 10, 2024 · The fire was reported at 2811 Myrtle Street around 10:15 a.m. Sioux City Fire Rescue (SCFR) says when firefighters got to the scene they saw heavy flames and smoke coming from the two-story home.

Jan 3, 2025 · On Thursday, Jan. 2, before 6:30 p.m., Sioux City Fire Rescue was called to 2141 Grandview Blvd, after receiving reports of a reported house fire in the area. Sioux City Fire Rescue says no one ...

May 24, 2024 · Outdoor cooking with grills, barbecues, grease friers, fire pits and wood stoves can all be a source of unwanted house fires as well. Be sure to position these tools away from the side of your ...

Jul 31, 2024 · Fire is FAST! In less than 30 seconds a small flame can turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for thick black smoke to fill a house or for it to be engulfed in flames. Fire is HOT! Heat is more threatening than flames. Room temperatures in a fire can be 100 degrees at floor level and rise to 600 degrees at eye level.

Nov 22, 2024 · Thirty years ago, you had about 14–17 minutes to escape a house fire, according to Consumer Safety Director John Drengenberg of Underwriters Laboratories (UL). “Today, with the prevalence of synthetic materials in the home, occupants have roughly two to three minutes to get out,” says Drengenberg. UL conducted fire testing and discovered ...

Jan 26, 2025 · Shortly before the fire, a tenant renting a guest suite in the house had called 911 and reported hearing loud banging noises. The tenant escaped the blaze unharmed and was cleared by police of any ...

Sep 12, 2024 · Home Fire Sprinkler Systems. Residential fire sprinkler systems can significantly reduce the risk of fire-related deaths and property damage. The U.S. Fire Administration states that fire sprinklers and smoke alarms can reduce the risk of dying in a fire by 82%.. These systems are designed to activate only in the immediate area of a fire, minimizing water …

Make sure your house number is easily readable from the street, even at night. ... If you are cooking and a fire starts in a pan, slide a lid over the burning pan and turn off the burner. Leave the lid in place until the pan is completely cool. Moving the pan can cause serious injury or spread the fire. Never pour water on grease fires.