The summer of 2026 has been one of extraordinary fires. In Europe, they have burned hundreds of thousands of acres in France and Spain and destroyed homes across England; they killed 13 people in ...

Knowing how to put out a grease fire can prevent your house from burning and even save your life You may have heard the saying “A watched pot never boils.” But in truth, the real danger lies in the ...

A fire extinguisher is more than a tool that puts out a fire. It can be the arbiter between life or death. Putting out a fire early can mean the difference between a small, smoky mess and widespread ...

Most ants are harmless, but fire ants can sting. When these venomous ants sting your skin, you can get fire ant bites. Each ant can sting more than once. They often look like a circle of bites. People ...

Red imported fire ants aren’t supposed to be in the United States, but these dangerous pests have made themselves at home here. If you are stung by fire ants, you’ll probably know it. They swarm onto ...

Imagine you’re driving down the road and suddenly smell smoke or see flames shoot from under the hood or dash. What should you do? Read on for Consumer Reports’ advice on how to stay safe if your car ...

LAFD’s non-profit, which raised large sums after 2025 fires, hired firm amid growing criticism over handling of disaster The official non-profit for the Los Angeles fire department has acknowledged ...