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🛒 The Gist: The Valdosta Fire Department has announced the "Shop with a Firefighter" event slated for December 6, aiming to spread holiday cheer among children affected by house fires.

Valdosta Firefighters To Host ‘Shop With a Firefighter’ Event for Local Youth

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2023November 6, 2023

The kitchen can be a fascinating place for young children with its enticing aromas, warm ovens, and colorful foods. But it's also a hotspot for potential hazards. The Woodstock Fire Department is reminding parents and guardians to be especially vigilant when their little ones are near the kitchen, as a large majority of young children hospitalized for burn-related injuries sustain them there.

Protecting Tiny Hands: How To Prevent Burn Injuries in Children

by Thom ChandlerOctober 13, 2023October 13, 2023

Eerie Photos Show NYC Landmarks Shrouded in Wildfire Haze

by Chris MenchJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023

The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning for north and central Georgia, in effect now through Monday morning, as temperatures are expected to plummet into the 20s. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to protect sensitive vegetation and exposed pipes from the freezing conditions.

Weather Update: Freezing and fire possible in Georgia today

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2023March 20, 2023

The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement warning residents in portions of North and Central Georgia about high fire danger conditions.

Fire

Georgia has a high risk of fires this weekend. Here’s why

by Thom ChandlerMarch 11, 2023March 11, 2023

With the recent cold weather across the majority of Georgia, Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King is encouraging Georgians to remain vigilant while using home heating equipment. Heating equipment like space heaters and fireplaces can become fire hazards when used improperly.

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Fire Warning: Be careful when using space heaters and fireplaces

by Thom ChandlerNovember 15, 2022November 15, 2022

A 15-year-old Loganville boy has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the arson fire that killed his 10-year-old sister on Easter Sunday.

Crime

Brother charged with murder in arson fire that killed his 10-year-old sister

by Thom ChandlerApril 18, 2022April 18, 2022

Firemen and fire truck at an apartment fire

Crime

Arson suspected in Gwinnett County apartment fire

by Gwinnett Fire ReportsJuly 6, 2021July 6, 2021

fire, flames, hot

Fire risk high over the weekend in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerApril 3, 2021April 9, 2021

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News Blog: The fire you see near Sandy Plains Road isn’t an emergency

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 10, 2021February 10, 2021

The Athens-Clarke County community is rallying around 12-year-old Taeden Johnson, who lost his family in a fatal house fire last week.

GoFundMe page set up for 12-year-old boy who lost his family in a fire

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 4, 2021February 4, 2021

ATHENS -- Three people are dead after an early morning house fire in Athens, fire officials say.

Fire

Three dead after early morning house fire in Athens

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 27, 2021September 24, 2023

PEACHTREE CORNERS -- Gwinnett County Fire officials say 20 residents have been displaced after fire damaged their apartment complex in the overnight hours on Christmas.

Fire

20 people displaced after Christmas night apartment fire

by Thom ChandlerDecember 26, 2020December 26, 2020

A 1930s home in Buford was destroyed by a fire caused by a discarded cigarette in the early hours of Saturday morning. A cat died in the blaze.

Fire

Fire that destroyed Buford home caused by discarded cigarette

by Thom ChandlerNovember 21, 2020November 21, 2020

Gwinnett County fire investigators are trying to determine who is responsible for setting a 2003 Nissan Altima on fire in front of a mobile home during the early morning hours of Nov. 10.

Crime

Investigators search for arsonist connected to Gwinnett County vehicle fire

by Thom ChandlerNovember 20, 2020November 20, 2020

VALDOSTA -- On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, the Valdosta Fire Department responded to a house fire on Springhill Drive. The call was received from dispatch at 11:35 p.m. Firefighters arrived on the scene in under five minutes to find heavy fire coming from the back of the home. Fire crews were able to bring the fire under control quickly.

Fire

Cat dies in Valdosta house fire

by Thom ChandlerNovember 18, 2020November 18, 2020

LAWRENCEVILLE -- A fire ravaged a home in Lawrenceville early Saturday morning, fully engulfing the structure.

Fire

Fire destroys Gwinnett County Home

by Thom ChandlerOctober 17, 2020October 17, 2020

As the weather cools throughout Georgia in the fall, families and neighbors flock to fire pits to enjoy the outdoors and the warmth of the fire. But, you can't just grab whatever you want to burn and start a fire anywhere you please. The Savannah Police Department has provided a handy guide for what you can burn, where you can burn it and what types of outdoor fires are considered legal.

Tips and Knowledge

Everything you need to know about outdoor fires in Savannah

by Thom ChandlerOctober 16, 2020October 16, 2020

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