Keep flammable things—dishtowels, decorations, etc.—away from heating elements. Keep appliances clean so built up grease or crumbs don’t cause a sudden flare up.

Some plants are more flammable than others, says Michele Steinberg, wildfire division director at the National Fire Protection Association.But "there is no such thing as a fireproof plant," she ...

However, natural trees may dry up, especially if cut ahead of time, making their needles very flammable. This is dangerous when they are exposed to heat sources such as fireplaces or heaters.

Fireworks, sparklers, hot ashes from campfires, and other flammable things must be disposed of properly. The proper process to dispose of fireworks and sparklers, used or unused, is to soak them in ...

With temperatures returning to close to 90 degrees June 28, here's what not to leave in a hot car; is it OK to leave a dog in ...

On Friday, Nov. 1 around 3:30 a.m., the 1,000 Hands Playground in Sawyer Point Park caught on fire, causing part of the bridge to burn. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

More: Ambassador Bridge seeks expanded ability to allow across flammable, corrosive materials Class 8 corrosives include things like batteries, fertilizer, detergent and pharmaceuticals, and are ...