What’s Up? Video: CSFD discusses how to prevent and treat burns as part of Burn Awareness Week

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Harlei Struck, the College Station Fire Department’s community risk reduction specialist, discuss how to prevent and treat burns as part of Burn Awareness Week. Continue reading What’s Up? Video: CSFD discusses how to prevent and treat burns as part of Burn Awareness Week

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Burning incense, grilling can be hazardous if misused

The most common burns – 46 percent — come from direct contact with fire. Incense and barbecue grills are prime culprits, especially in College Station, where we have responded to several incidents in the last year. Since this is Burn Awareness Week, it’s an ideal time to review some basic safety tips. Continue reading Burning incense, grilling can be hazardous if misused