The Richmond Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of their own at this hour. Police in Charlotte, North Carolina say they found firefighter Daniel Lewis nearly a week after he was reported missing. Lewis, according to reports, commuted from his home in Newport News to Richmond for his shifts, but never showed up […]
As we celebrate our nation’s independence with parades, family reunions, barbecues and fireworks just be safe. Enjoy the fireworks but know the risks. Some associated risks include fires, severe burns and injuries, and even death. Did you know that the personal discharging of fireworks is illegal in the Richmond Metro area? If caught, legal action […]
Baby, I know its cold outside. But, here is a reminder from my Radio One family to yours, please don’t leave space heaters and candles unattended. According to the Richmond Fire Department fires are on the rise during the months of December, January and February due to heating equipment. From the desk of the Richmond […]
Did you know that more than 90% of poisonings occur in the home? The Richmond Fire Department has some very important information and safety tips to share with you. http://www.richmondgov.com/fire/documents/safetybulletins/FLSB_March_2011.pdf
Here is a reminder from me to you, don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour and change the batteries in your smoke alarms. On March 13th at 2 a.m. Daylight Savings Time begins. The Richmond Fire Department also has an important message about home safety visit www.richmondgov.com/fire
Let’s prepare food and be safe this holiday season. The number one cause in home fires is unattended cooking. Please stay focused while preparing food on the stove or oven. The Richmond Fire Department has developed helpful tips to prevent home fires while cooking at www.richmondgov.com/fire/documents/RFD_kitchen_safety.pdf Happy Holidays! Miss Community Cloovia and Lil Miss Kenya Sarai
