PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — Fire districts in Pitt County have received their fire insurance classifications, resulting in new district rating results. On October 27, Fire Department Chiefs with ...

The North Wilkesboro Fire District’s fire protection classification has been improved from a class 4 to a class 3 by the state fire marshal’s office as a result of its ...

Submitted by Orcas Island Fire and Rescue. In October, the Community Protection Class rating for Deer Harbor (Fire Station 24) and Orcas Landing (Fire Station 26) areas increased to PC9A (Deer Harbor) ...

A fire extinguisher can be a critical tool in the event of a fire in your home, but not all Americans have easy access to one. According to a 2020 survey by the insurance agency The Zebra, only about ...

Fire extinguisher training is a critical element of fire prevention, helping businesses, public institutions, and emergency personnel mitigate fire risks. This paper explores the importance of ...

U.S. standard classifications for fire extinguishers are based on the type of fuel for which they are intended. Each type is marked by a distinctive symbol: FireClass Class Fuel Symbol A Wood, paper ...

FOUNTAIN, N.C. (WITN) - Two fire districts in Pitt County received improved fire insurance classifications following state inspections, meaning homeowners in those areas will see lower insurance ...