City of Columbus

Candles Candles are pretty to look at but they are a cause of home fires... - learn more

Cooking  The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking. - learn more

Electric Electricity makes our lives easier. However, we need to be cautious and keep safety in mind. - learn more

Generators Many homeowners are unaware that the improper use of portable generators can be risky. - learn more

Smoking Smoking materials (i.e., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, etc.) are the leading cause of fire deaths in the United States. - learn more

Space Heaters  Almost half of home heating equipment fires are reported during the months of December, January, and February. - learn more