The top three days of the year for home candle fires are Christmas, New Year’s Day, and New Year’s Eve. Only use decorations that are flame-retardant or not flammable. Check holiday lights each year for frayed wires or excessive wear. Don’t link more than three strands of holiday lights. Never leave a burning candle unattended. […]

By Chief Robert W. Seltzer Passage of a $4.5 million bond referendum on November 6th will enable the Town of Smithfield to build a fire station in the Route 116/Route 7 north end of town. This investment not only provides much needed service to the area, but also offers benefits for the entire town. For […]

The Smithfield Fire Department held their first public presentation regarding the new fire station bond on Monday, October 1st at the Smithfield Senior Center. A video of the presentation has been posted to the Smithfield Fire Department website. To view the video you may access it from the internet at www.smithfieldfire.com. Once on the website […]

The Smithfield Fire Department presented their first public presentation for the new fire station bond on Monday, October 1st. at the Smithfield Senior Center. Members of the public were presented with the research that was put together by the Fire department Study Implementation Task Force and their final recommendations concerning the need for a new […]

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It is fun to decorate for the winter holidays, but holiday decorations can increase your risk of a home fire. As you deck the halls this season, be fire smart. When you’re decorating with live trees, make sure you keep the tree watered. If a dry tree comes in contact with a flame, it can […]

Fireworks are synonymous with our celebration of Independence Day. Yet, the thrill of fireworks can also bring pain. Nationally, 230 people on average go the emergency room every day with fireworks-related injuries in the month around the July 4th holiday. Remember, fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burn and eye injuries. You can help us […]

Extreme cold can lead to hypothermia and frostbite. Be aware of the signs & symptoms. See the chart below.

Do not forget the following: Carbon monoxide or CO is a colorless and odorless gas. CO poisoning can occur when a fuel-burning appliance or machine, such as a furnace, heater or generator, is not working or vented properly. Breathing in CO at high levels can be fatal. Learn what you can do to protect your […]

If you’re like many Americans, you’re starting off the New Year with a resolution to improve your health. As you work towards your resolution, consider one additional step to maintain your health: fire prevention. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) is urging everyone to make 2016 a healthy and fire-safe year. Most people say they feel […]

Listed below are some safety issues that should be attended to during the winter months. Please take a moment to review each so that you may have a safe new year. Happy New Year from the men and women of the Smithfield Fire Department. (CLICK ON THE BLUE WORD FOR INFORMATION ON EACH TOPIC) Candles The top […]

Message from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, celebrate life, to be grateful, and reflect on what’s important. They are also a time to appreciate the gift of health. Here are some holiday tips to support your efforts for health and […]

Statistics to share Based on 2006-2010 annual averages: Unattended cooking was by far the leading contributing factor in home cooking fires. Two-thirds (67%) of home cooking fires started with the ignition of food or other cooking materials. Clothing was the item first ignited in less than 1% of these fires, but these incidents accounted for […]

October 14, 2015   Jack-o’-lanterns, paper spiders, and dried cornstalks are hallmarks of Halloween. Unfortunately, these spooky symbols also can present lurking fire risks that have the potential to become truly scary. Learn five quick ways to ensure your Halloween holiday is safe, festive, and fun! By Lorraine Carli of National Fire Protection Association   […]