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Illinois State Fire Marshal urges testing of home smoke/CO alarms during clock change
Springfield, Ill. - The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is urging residents to test, inspect, and replace any broken or expired smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their homes as they adjust their clocks for Daylight Saving Time this weekend. The time change will occur at 2 AM on Sunday, March 10.
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OSFM stresses flammable liquid safety during National Burn Awareness Week
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is emphasizing the importance of safety regarding flammable liquids, as burn injuries can have significant impacts on individuals' lives. National Burn Awareness Week runs from February 4-10, focusing this year on the theme "Flammable Liquids Burn." This week serves as an opportunity for organizations to collaborate in spreading awareness about burn prevention and safety in communities.
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Illinois officials stress winter safety measures amid rising risks
As temperatures drop, Illinois residents are urged to take precautions against home heating fires and carbon monoxide incidents. The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) advises having furnaces checked, changing filters, and ensuring carbon monoxide (CO) and smoke alarms are functional. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas detectable only by specific devices.
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Fire marshal urges caution with holiday decorations amid high candle-related incidents
The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) in Springfield, Illinois, is emphasizing fire safety during the holiday season. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), over one-third of home decoration fires are caused by candles, and more than two out of five occur because decorations are placed too close to heat sources. The NFPA reports that U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 790 home structure fires annually due to decorations, excluding Christmas trees, between 2017 and 2021.