Fire Damage
Independence Day Fire Safety in Southern Utah
Happy Independence Day to all and with the explosions of fireworks in the sky tonight and the recently revised firework laws, many southern Utah residents may have questions about fire safety. St. George and surrounding areas have lived with many restrictions against fireworks including a ban on those that discharge into the air. These restrictions…
Read MoreFire Damage in Southern Utah
The fire on the Shivwits Indian reservation in Ivins Utah is nearly contained after burning over a thousand acres of land, yet luckily did not damage any of the 100 homes that were evacuated. Although the landscape and an outbuilding were destroyed, all the residents were able to return to the homes that were left…
Read MoreNew Saint George Fire Station
There is a new Saint George fire station located in the Sun River community that has full time fire fighters on staff. While many of the fire fighters in our area are volunteer, home owners in Sun River can rest assured knowing that there is always someone on call in case of a home fire.…
Read MoreDefensible Space for Homes in Dry Southern Utah
As we approach a high fire season in Southern Utah caused from dry conditions and lightning, we remember stories of homes destroyed from not having defensible space. Defensible space is that area within thirty feet of your home. This area should only consist of plants that are low and not easy to catch on fire.…
Read MoreGarage Fires from Furnaces in Southern Utah
Garage Fires are common among house fires and not foreign to Southern Utah. We may remember a garage fire that took place February 25th of this year that took place in a local hot air balloon business ran out of the home. That fire was the result of a cigarette not being extinguished properly, however…
Read MoreChimney Cleaning in Southern Utah
Rising energy costs have compelled Southern Utah residents to use their fireplaces as an alternative source of heat, yet many forget about the important maintenance of chimney cleaning. The fireplace can be a great way to heat the house, though constant use of the chimney can accumulate creosote and soot. Like plaque on an artery,…
Read MoreSmoke And Soot Clean Up
Question: Two months ago, we had a kitchen fire. The cabinets and wall above the stove suffered extensive damage, and we also have smoke damage. We have not done any repairs yet. We are living in the home and are starting to experience headaches. What are the effects of living in a home damaged by…
Read MoreSt. George Home Burns Down
Last Saturday evening, just as the day was winding down, some St. George home owners were getting ready for bed when a fire erupted. Neighbors were unaware as it continued to burn and engulf their double wide trailer. The fire spread so quickly by the time emergency personal arrived the home was completely swallowed up…
Read MoreHow To Use A Fire Extinguisher
It has been advised that all households in southern Utah have at least one fire extinguisher. However, there are multiple types of extinguishers which deal with certain types of fires. It is vital to know what type of extinguisher you are working with. Be familiar with the operating instructions on the labels so you will…
Read MoreSt. George Fire Fighter of the Year
St. George Fireman Coty Chadburn was recently named St. George Firefighter of the Year. Coty is originally from Las Vegas. He began as a volunteer firefighter and was eventually hired full-time. Coty was the Vice President of the Utah State Fireman’s Association and played a crucial role in the planning and hosting of the 2010…
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