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Clinton man dies in mobile home fire

Posted at 4:41 pm January 11, 2017
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A Clinton man died Tuesday morning in a residential fire at Cedar Grove Mobile Home Park near Clinton, authorities said.

David Earl Floyd, 25, was found after deputies and fire crews were called to a mobile home fire on Cedar Grove Lane about 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, the Anderson County Sheriff’s Department said.

Firefighters from the Marlow, Claxton, Andersonville, and Clinton fire departments, along with Anderson County EMS, responded to the blaze. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Anderson County, Andersonville, Claxton, Clinton, Marlow, Police and Fire Tagged With: Anderson County Sheriff's Department, Cedar Grove Lane, Cedar Grove Mobile Home Park, David Earl Floyd, fire, residential fire, State Fire Marshal's Office, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation

Oak Ridge Fire Department recognized for exceptional fire prevention programs

Posted at 9:59 pm January 8, 2014
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Darryl Kerley

Darryl Kerley

Josh Waldo

Josh Waldo

The Oak Ridge Fire Prevention Office has been named Tennessee Fire Educators of the Year for 2013, officials said Wednesday.

The department was nominated by Oak Ridge Fire Department Chief Darryl Kerley in “recognition of the outstanding efforts put forth by the Fire Prevention staff this year,” a press release said.

Oak Ridge officials was notified of the honor by the State Fire Marshal’s office.

“The nomination was selected above all others from across the state, recognizing the tremendous education and outreach efforts accomplished by the Oak Ridge Fire Department,” said Assistant Commissioner Gary West of the Fire Prevention Division in the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Oak Ridge, Police and Fire, Top Stories Tagged With: Austin Keathley, Carver Lovely, Darryl Kerley, Gary West, Jason Benjamin, Josh Waldo, Oak Ridge Fire Department, Oak Ridge Fire Prevention Office, ORFPO, Shane Bass, State Fire Marshal's Office, Tennessee Fire Educators of the Year, Tennessee Fire Service and Codes Academy

Keep your holidays from going up in flames!

Posted at 11:10 pm December 18, 2013
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State fire marshal offers tips for a safely decorated home

NASHVILLE—The winter holiday season should be a joyous time of year. However, certain types of fires and injuries associated with decorating are all too common and can put a damper on holiday celebrations.

“Nearly half of holiday decoration fires happen because decorations are placed too close to a heat source,” says State Fire Marshal and Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Julie Mix McPeak. “To decrease your risk for a home fire, keep fire safety in mind as you deck the halls this season.”

Candles are widely used in homes throughout the holidays, and December is the peak month for home candle fires. The National Fire Protection Association’s statistics show that two of every five home decoration fires are started by candles.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office encourages Tennesseans to consider using flameless candles, which look and smell like real candles. However, if you do use traditional candles, keep them at least 12” away from anything that can burn, and remember to blow them out when you leave the room or go to bed. Avoid using candles in the bedroom, where one-third of U.S. candle fires begin or other areas where people may fall asleep. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Front Page News, Police and Fire Tagged With: candle fires, candles, December, decorative lighting, fire marshal, fires, flameless candle, holiday decoration, Holiday Lights, holiday season, Julie Mix McPeak, National Fire Protection Association, State Fire Marshal's Office, winter

Fire Prevention Week: State reminds Tennesseans to prevent kitchen fires

Posted at 11:53 am October 11, 2013
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It’s Fire Prevention Week this week, and from Oct. 6-12 the State Fire Marshal’s Office is joining forces with the National Fire Protection Association to remind local residents to “Prevent Kitchen Fires.” During this year’s fire safety campaign, fire departments will be spreading the word about the dangers of kitchen fires—most of which result from unattended cooking—and teaching local residents how to prevent kitchen fires from starting in the first place.

According to the latest NFPA research, cooking is the leading cause of home fires. Two out of every five home fires begin in the kitchen—more than any other place in the home. Many of these fires occur within minutes of residents leaving the kitchen.

“Cooking fires are the second leading cause of fatal fires in Tennessee so far this year,” said State Fire Marshal Julie Mix McPeak. “Fifteen percent of fire victims died from fires caused by cooking. To prevent these tragedies, we must be mindful in the kitchen.” [Read more…]

Filed Under: Government, Police and Fire, State, Top Stories Tagged With: cooking, Fire Prevention Week, fire safety, food, Julie Mix McPeak, kitchen fires, National Fire Protection Association, NFPA, smoke alarms, State Fire Marshal, State Fire Marshal's Office, stove

ORFD launches home escape plan announcement tonight, public invited

Posted at 11:25 am September 26, 2013
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Darryl Kerley

Darryl Kerley

The Oak Ridge Fire Department will host a community viewing of a new public service announcement on home escape plans at 6:30 p.m. today (Thursday).

The announcement is titled “Be Prepared: Home escape plans save lives!” The public viewing at Fire Station No. 3 is open to everyone, and it’s supported by the State Fire Marshal’s Office.

“This program is going to give the fire service the opportunity to show how important having a home escape plan is and how the plan can be implemented by people of all ages,” ORFD Chief Darryl Kerley said. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Oak Ridge, Police and Fire, Top Stories Tagged With: Be Prepared: Home escape plans save lives, Darryl Kerley, Fire Station No. 3, home escape plan, Oak Ridge Fire Department, ORFD, public service announcement, State Fire Marshal's Office

State releases fireworks guidelines to minimize injury, property risks

Posted at 10:45 pm July 3, 2013
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Celebrating our nation’s independence with consumer fireworks has been a longstanding tradition in the United States. However, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are seriously injured each year through their use.

State Fire Marshal and Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Julie Mix McPeak encourages Tennesseans to be fireworks smart this July Fourth by opting to attend organized fireworks displays: “We would encourage you to enjoy the holiday at a public display presented by trained professionals, where compliance with state-of-the-art fire codes offers a safer way to celebrate our nation’s independence.” [Read more…]

Filed Under: Police and Fire, Top Stories Tagged With: fire, fireworks, Independence Day, Julie Mix McPeak, safety, State Fire Marshal's Office, Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance

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