FIREFIGHTING Q&A Why are firetrucks red? What is a Maltese Cross? Why are dalmations associated with fire departments? Your questions are answered in this article! COLD WEATHER SAFETY TIPS With the winter season now upon us, the Fire Department would like to share some tips on safely getting through Minnesota's winter season. TREATMENT OF BURNS Every hour 273 Americans suffer a burn injury. 25% of them will seek emergency or hospital treatment. Know what to do immediately after a burn. DANGERS OF METH Infomation on the dangers of using and producing Meth - brought to you in part from The Partnership for a Drug-Free America CARBON MONOXIDE TIPS Approximately 250 people in the United States died last year from the "Silent Killer". Follow these tips to help protect you and your family this winter. PRIOR TO OUR ARRIVAL You've got a medical or fire emergency and you've had to call 911. What now? Here are some tips on what to do before the fire department arrives. DNR: ICE SAFETY TIPS Recommendations, tips and rescue information from the Minnesota DNR regarding ice on Minnesota lakes. Remember, NO ice is 100% safe! FAST FIRE FACTS Some quick facts about fires involving cooking, electricity, smoking, candles and more. Brought to you by the National Fire Protection Association. SMOKE DETECTOR VIDEO You would assume that a smoke detector would wake up your family, right? Not so fast. See this video that shows how some kids may not hear the alarm. MAKE A FIRE ESCAPE PLAN EVERY family should have a fire escape plan and practice it at least TWICE a year. Download this FEMA grid to draw your own and practice with your family! FIRE ESCAPE SYSTEMS Are you looking to purchase fire escape solutions for your homes? Click on this link for various ladders and emergency kits for your home or your business! FIRE SAFETY.GOV Go to this site for TONS of information including smoke alarm comparisons, fire safety for older adults, rural fire safety, sprinkler information and much more.