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The most popular campfire treat is recognized each year on August 10th during National S’mores Day. This delicious, gooey treat is loved by millions. Checkout our campfire safety tips for ways to keep your s'mores celebration safe. bit.ly/2YDCATu

What a great initiative - be a part of it, we're going to be! twitter.com/crrweek/status…

It’s time for your monthly smoke alarm check! Remember, if you need smoke alarms, contact your local Red Cross office. We install them free of charge. #EndHomeFires

#Recall: Factory Direct Wholesale folding mattresses which can be used as a chair or bed; mattresses fail to meet flammability standard, fire risk; get free cover -CONTACT: fdw.recall@gmail.com, paylesshere.com or 800-631-0449. Full recall notice: bit.ly/2YZPGeK

"Always cook safely and stand by your pan!" - Sentient Hot Dog #NationalHotDogDay

Looking for some #WednesdayWisdom? Here are some fire safety tips for you at your home away from home this vacation season: bit.ly/2JCAI7M

On average, 180 people go to the emergency room every day during the month of July for fireworks-related injuries. Enjoy your #IndependenceDay by leaving the lighting to the professionals.

Take a look at this graphic to see why NFPA urges people not to use consumer fireworks and to leave it to the professionals. #Fireworks are responsible for thousands of fires and injuries each year. bit.ly/2xhH9Yu

Last year all 5 firework-related deaths occurred when someone was trying to launch a firework off their body. Don't do this and don't let your family or friends do it either. More info on our fact sheet (pdf): bit.ly/2LFert1 #TuesdayThoughts #July4th

#TacoTuesday: Cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries. The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking. bit.ly/2xsOuUQ

It’s a fact: if your smoke alarm was installed before July 1, 2009 it needs to be replaced!

Take a look at this graphic to see why NFPA urges people not to use consumer fireworks and to leave it to the professionals. Fireworks are responsible for thousands of fires and injuries each year. bit.ly/2xhH9Yu

#WednesdayWisdom: NFPA reminds people about the potential electrical hazards in swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, on board boats and in the waters surrounding boats, marinas and launch ramps. Find more at bit.ly/2XC3Ghf #summer #safety

We had a special guest come visit with us at our booth at the Mississippi Municipal League Conference on the coast. Thank you Pluggie the fire hydrant for talking and visiting with everyone. #turnyourattentiontofireprevention #onedeathistoomany #msstatefireacdemy

#WednesdayWisdom: Get your summer safety tips from this great PDF that @usfire has produced: bit.ly/2IL1fPS

When using a portable grill this summer, follow these safety tips from the @NFPA to help reduce injury: bit.ly/2Inek34

If you're going to be grilling this weekend for #FathersDay, review our simple tips to stay safe: bit.ly/2ERVpeA

#WednesdayWisdom: Plan RV Travel with Care- Each year, thousands of fires occur in motor homes, campers, and recreational vehicles. Our safety tip sheet helps you avoid mishaps due to leading causes: refrigerator, electrical, and heating problems. bit.ly/2KdQCZ8

#TestitTuesday - Did you know that Roughly 3 out of 5 fire deaths happen in homes with no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms. Test yours today! bit.ly/2JOJMt2

Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas that can't be seen and can't be smelled. Make sure you have working carbon monoxide alarms in your home. Always keep your portable generator outdoors, and at least 20ft away from windows and vents #MondayMotivaton