Tag: fire
What to do if a hay fire occurs
In the event of a fire or hay smoldering, a fire department should be contacted immediately. However, there are ways you can reduce the damage.
How to prevent hay fires
Most hay fires occur within the first six weeks after baling. Moisture content is the main factor that causes hay and straw to spontaneously combust.
How to build a backyard fire pit
Installing a fire pit doesn’t have to be incredibly complicated or expensive. Just make sure to comply with local city or township ordinances.
How to select, store and season firewood
Not every log is created equally. There are various factors to consider when selecting, storing and seasoning firewood.
Fire destoys part of Hoopes Fertilizer facility
A fire destroyed a warehouse storing a de-icer product Jan. 9 at Hoopes Fertilizer Works, located on U.S. Route 30 just west of East Rochester, Ohio.
Preparing for winter and having a fire emergency action plan
Most barn fires are caused by three primary things: mechanical/electrical failures, maintenance deficiencies or misuse of equipment.
How to prepare your wood burner for winter
If you plan to use a wood stove or fireplace this winter, don’t forget to perform regular maintenance this fall to prepare for the cold months ahead. Proper upkeep, good heating practices and having a plan in place for home and chimney fires improves heating efficiency and safety.
Fire destroys Medina County farmer’s equipment
A Medina County farmer is recovering from a weekend fire that destroyed more than $7.5 million in equipment.
U.S. EPA report shows concern over fire at Statoil Utica shale...
OEPA report claims fracking company delayed providing information after well fire. Halliburton's response: 'If they had asked earlier, we would have provided the information,'
Fire takes terrible toll on beloved barn
A barn fire: "My husband later said the moment he opened the door, he felt he was staring the Devil in the eye."
