December Ends With Seven Residential Fires In Escambia County

January 3, 2019

December ended with seven residential structure fires in Escambia County, including one that resulted in a fatality.

The first fire of the month destroyed a mobile home December 8 on Ivey Street in Century [more...]. The occupant was able to escape without injury.

Ronnie Owens passed away a few days after Christmas night fire n Rentz Avenue in Warrington.

The 2018 “Keep the Wreath Green” fire safety campaign ended with seven red bulbs representing each fire, fewer than the past three years. County officials said the decrease was likely due to a combination of a mild December and residents being diligent about practicing fire safety. The 2017 campaign ended with 10 red bulbs, the 2016 campaign ended with 12 red bulbs and the 2015 campaign ended with nine red bulbs.

The “Keep the Wreath Green” fire safety campaign is an Escambia County collaborative initiative with the city of Pensacola to promote fire safety during the month of December. Large red wreaths are on display at 23 fire stations and other public locations.

Each time firefighters respond to a residential fire with damage, a green light bulb will be replaced with a red one to remind citizens of the dangers posed by fires in residential home.

Escambia County Fire Rescue reminds residents to stay safe all year long by following these tips:

  • Have a working smoke detector in every room of your home. If your home doesn’t have a working smoke detector, please call Escambia County Fire Rescue at 850-595-HERO (4376) or 850-436-5200 for city of Pensacola residents.
  • Close your bedroom door at night when you sleep. In case of fire, a closed door can isolate the fire’s flow, reduce room temperature and keep carbon monoxide levels down.
  • Have an escape plan and know two ways out of every room in your home.
  • Never leave cooking food unattended. If you must leave the room, turn the stove off first.
  • Don’t overload extension cords or wall outlets. Check your electrical cords. If they are cracked or damaged, replace them. Don’t try to repair them.

Pictured: A mobile home fire December 8 was the first Escambia County residential structure fire of December. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News