Tag Archives: carbon monoxide detector

6 RV Fires Result in 2 Deaths

Posted on February 1, 2013 by admin

Whether camping or just relaxing in your recreational vehicle, fire safety is essential. It is critical that every member of your party know what to do in an emergency or fire.  If you are one of the millions of RV enthusiasts who … Continue reading →

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More Space Heater Fires Destroy Pets & RVs

Posted on January 27, 2013 by admin

Whether camping or just relaxing in your recreational vehicle, fire safety is essential. In an earlier post I reported that four small dogs died and an RV was destroyed in a fire caused by a propane space heater. In today’s post I … Continue reading →

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Propane Space Heater Fire Destroys RV & 4 Dogs

Posted on January 20, 2013 by admin

Studies show that fires in recreational vehicles, especially older units, tend to be more devastating than those in other forms of residence. Heating and electrical system malfunctions are the leading causes of fire in RVs. Together, they account for one-third … Continue reading →

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RV Fire Safety Guidelines

Posted on June 13, 2012 by admin

Whether camping or just relaxing in your recreational vehicle, fire safety is essential. It is critical that every member of your party know what to do in an emergency or fire. If you are one of the millions of RV enthusiasts … Continue reading →

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Fire Safety Tips for RVers & Campers

Posted on June 3, 2012 by admin

The sun has finally arrived, school is almost out, and many families starting to enjoy the outdoors on camping trips. The office of the State Fire Marshal reminds citizens as they begin enjoying summer activities such as RVing and camping … Continue reading →

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RV Propane Safety

Posted on May 21, 2012 by admin

As RV season kicks off, many RVers look forward to the smells, sights, and sounds of their destination campsite. But did you know that what you can’t smell, see, or hear might kill you? Most folks know that leaking propane … Continue reading →

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: April 6

Posted on April 6, 2012 by admin

Since I like things to come in fives (and tens), here are five things YOU need to know TODAY! 1. Expanded Campground near Prescott Reopens City of Prescott officials are reopening the campground at Watson Lake following the addition of … Continue reading →

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Tennessee Bill Requires Working Carbon Monoxide Detectors in RVs Following 5 Deaths

Posted on February 16, 2012 by admin

A bill that would require working carbon monoxide detectors in leased recreational vehicles has been named after five people who died from carbon monoxide poisoning last year at a bike rally in Clarksville, Tennessee. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Joe … Continue reading →

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RVs Pose Carbon Monoxide Dangers

Posted on September 24, 2011 by admin

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that is toxic and the number one cause of accidental poisoning deaths in the United States. Carbon monoxide can be particularly dangerous in recreational vehicles. The Associated Press recently reported that five … Continue reading →

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