Stay Warm and Safe with the SFMO's Winter Fire Safety Tips

Saturday December 21st was the first official day of Winter, and the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) wants to remind Tennesseans that following some simple fire prevention tips today can help them stay warm and safe during the cold weather months ahead.

Winter is Tennessee’s most dangerous season for residential structure fires. Fire departments report a 66% increase in home fire deaths during winter compared to other seasons. Smoking and cooking account for more than 28% of the known causes for residential structure fire...