Fireplace Safety Reminders (VIDEO)

The weather is getting colder again and some area residents may be using space heaters at work or at home to keep warm. In this MyMCMedia Extra Video, Fire and Rescue Spokesperson Pete Piringer says it is important to give space heaters space. Take a look: Related:

Montgomery County firefighters have responded to several reports of chimney fires in recent weeks. In this report, Fire and Rescue Spokesperson Pete Piringer provides some safety tips including how to dispose of your fireplace’s ashes. Visit our PEG partner County Cable Montgomery to view more of its local programming. Related:

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are three times the number of cooking fires on Thanksgiving Day than any other day of the year and the majority of these fires are preventable. In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Spokesperson Pete Piringer tells us it is important to create […]

Fire and Rescue Spokesperson Pete Piringer reports a rash of chimney fires this past weekend in Montgomery County. In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Piringer reminds residents to check and clean their fireplaces this fall and winter. Take a look: U/D Midsummer Dr, chimney fire w/ possible extension, fire under control — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) November […]