Podcast: CSFD’s expert duo talks about fire safety and why cool water is your best bet for treating burns

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Capt. Stuart Marrs and Community Outreach Specialist Harlei Struck of the College Station Fire Department discuss their efforts to educate the community about fire safety and explain why running cool water over minor burns is more effective than using ice. Continue reading Podcast: CSFD’s expert duo talks about fire safety and why cool water is your best bet for treating burns

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10 essential tips to ensure your family has a festive and safe Independence Day celebration

Most of us build our traditional Independence Day celebrations around food, family, and plenty of bright and colorful fireworks. Unfortunately, fireworks can also cause injuries and damage property. Here are 10 essential safeguards to keep in mind. Continue reading 10 essential tips to ensure your family has a festive and safe Independence Day celebration

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10 essential tips to ensure your family has a festive and safe Independence Day celebration

Most of us build our traditional Independence Day celebrations around food, family, and friends, not to mention plenty of bright and colorful fireworks. Unfortunately, fireworks can also cause injuries and damage property. Here are 10 essential safeguards to remember. Continue reading 10 essential tips to ensure your family has a festive and safe Independence Day celebration

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10 essential tips to ensure a festive and safe Independence Day celebration

Most of us build our traditional Independence Day celebrations around food, family, and friends, not to mention plenty of bright and colorful fireworks. Unfortunately, fireworks can also cause injuries and damage property. Here are 10 essentials safeguards to remember. Continue reading 10 essential tips to ensure a festive and safe Independence Day celebration

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10 smart tips to ensure a festive and safe Independence Day celebration

Most of us build our traditional Independence Day celebrations around food, family, and friends, not to mention plenty of bright and colorful fireworks. Unfortunately, fireworks can also cause injuries and damage property. Here are 10 essentials to keep in mind. Continue reading 10 smart tips to ensure a festive and safe Independence Day celebration

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CSFD’s free program reduces stovetop fire risks

Cooking equipment is the leading cause of home structure fires and injuries and the second leading cause of home fire deaths. The elderly are the most at risk. The College Station Fire Department can help minimize that risk by installing a free StoveTop FireStop fire suppression system for residents at least 65 years old. Continue reading CSFD’s free program reduces stovetop fire risks