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Statesville Fire Department Members Complete Advanced Sw... Ten members of the Statesville Fire Department recently completed advanced Swift Water Rescue training at the Swift Water Rescue Trainin...
2025 Year in Review: Growth, Response, and Community Imp... On February 16, 2026, Chief Glenn Kurfees presented the Statesville Fire Department’s 2025 Year in Review to the Statesville City Counci...
Firefighter Swear-In Ceremony Held at City HallThe Statesville Fire Department welcomed five new firefighters during a swearing-in ceremony on January 30, 2026, in the Council Chamber...
9-Volt Battery9-volt batteries power our smoke alarms, household items and toys. They can be found in most homes. But these batteries can be a fire ha...
ApartmentLarge apartment buildings are built to keep people safe from fire. Fire alarm systems detect smoke and fire. They will warn residents of...
Airbnb/Vacation Rentals by OwnerYour Home Away from Home Peer-to-peer hospitality services, such as Airbnb, Vacation Rentals by Owner and other types of vacation rental...
BabysittingHaving a babysitter can give you peace of mind. It allows you to leave your child with someone you trust. Be sure your babysitter knows ...
Backyard Chicken CoopRaising chickens as a hobby is popular. Hobby farmers enjoy raising hens as pets or livestock. Protect people, property, and your flock ...
CampfiresSitting under the stars by a crackling fire has its appeal. It’s where stories are told, sing-a-longs happen, and meals are cooked over ...
CandlesCandles may be pretty to look at but they are a cause of home fires — and home fire deaths. Remember, a candle is an open flame, which m...
Car FireCars can catch fire for many reasons. Mechanical or electrical issues are the most common cause. A car can also catch fire as the result...
Carbon MonoxideOften called the invisible killer, carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless, colorless gas created when fuels (such as gasoline, wood, ...