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Adults age 65 and older are at a higher risk of death from fire than any other age group. According to the USFA report Fire in the United States Fifteenth Edition, older adults account for approximately 32 percent of all fire deaths. Fire prevention and planning are key elements in reducing the risk of deaths and injuries from fire. In the event of a fire, remember that every second counts, so you and your family must always be prepared.

USFA announces today the appointment of two new members to serve on the Board of Visitors (BOV) for the National Fire Academy. Randy Novak and Adam Thiel have joined the current BOV members: Ms. Helen Johnson, Dr. Sandy Bogucki,Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran, Mr. Robert Cumberland, Mr. Chris Neal and Columbus Fire Captain Jack Reall.

Shortly after midnight box 812 was dispatched for a reported structure fire at 722 No Front Street, additional reports had victims...

Shortly after midnight box 812 was dispatched for a reported structure fire at 722 No Front Street, additional reports had victims...

Shortly after midnight box 812 was dispatched for a reported structure fire at 722 No Front Street, additional reports had victims...