Kendell Hinds

February 9, 2023

Be #FDNYSmart and Protect Yourself from Burns!

In this episode we talk about some burning issues… and by that we mean Burn Awareness and Safety tips! We discuss how to be #FDNYSmart […]
January 13, 2023

Be #FDNYSmart and Close Those Doors!

Happy New Year! Did you know that if there’s a fire in your home, Closing the Door helps keep smoke and fire from spreading? That’s […]
November 30, 2022

Be #FDNYSmart about Using, Storing and Charging Lithium-ion Batteries!

You may be hearing more and more about “lithium-ion batteries” these days. They’re rechargeable batteries that can be found in electronic devices in every home – […]
October 11, 2022

Be #FDNYSmart About Planning Your Route Out!

School is in session and we’re back too, kicking-off a brand-new season of the “FDNY Smart Podcast for Kids!” just in time for Fire Prevention […]
June 10, 2022

Be #FDNYSmart and Support CPR-AED Awareness!

In this episode of the FDNY Smart Podcast for Kids! we’re taking part in the annual CPR-AED Awareness campaign! This initiative spotlights how lives can be saved if more people know hands-only CPR and how to use an […]
June 1, 2022

Be #FDNYSmart During the Summer Season!

Though any season is a good time to be #FDNYSmart, in this episode of the FDNY Smart Podcast for Kids! we’re going to talk about […]
April 30, 2022

Be #FDNYSmart and Learn About the FDNY!

It’s career day at #FDNYSmart! That means in this episode of the FDNY Smart Podcast for Kids! we’ll explore the various career paths the FDNY […]
March 31, 2022

Be #FDNYSmart about Your Escape Plan

Here at the FDNY we like to say, “Practice makes perfect.” We practice a lot, so when there’s an emergency we are ready to go. […]
September 22, 2021

Hot Dog Saves the Day

Fall Back Spring Forward Members of the FDNY this year uncovered a “long-lost” video reel depicting a generations old fire safety campaign. The silent black-and-white […]
April 9, 2021

#FDNYSmart Tip: Close the Door

When escaping a fire in your building, be #FDNYSmart and close the door as you make your exit. Closing the door saves lives by isolating […]
February 9, 2021

National Burn Awareness Week

Every first week of February, the National Burn Awareness Week serves to increase awareness on the causes of burn injuries and safety tips on how […]
December 9, 2020

Safe Winter Holidays

Happy Holidays from the FDNY! Follow along with Firefighter Darren Grant as he shares some FDNY Winter Holiday Safety tips to keep you and your […]
November 23, 2020

Safe Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving from the FDNY! Celebrate safely with these FDNY Thanksgiving safety tips from Captain Michael Kozo of the FDNY Fire Safety Education Unit and […]
November 5, 2020

#FDNYSmart Tip: Extension Cords

The FDNY shares some important tips on how to safely use extension cords at home. These tips help reduce the risk of fires and keeps […]
July 27, 2020

Inside a Firehouse!

Visit FDNY Engine 95 and Ladder 36 in Inwood, Manhattan with Firefighters Felix De La Cruz and Erich Smith! Learn about the different responsibilities of […]
July 24, 2020

Safe Kitchens

Learn how you can reduce the risk of cooking fires in your home with these #FDNYSmart tips from FDNY Captain Michael Kozo.
July 24, 2020

#FDNYSmart Tip: Escape Plans

Learn the importance and how to make a fire escape plan in the case of an emergency in your home with FDNY Captain Michael Kozo. […]
July 24, 2020

#FDNYSmart Tip: Your Building Type

New York City is home to many types of homes and buildings. The type of building, fireproof or non-fireproof, you live in affects how you […]
July 22, 2020

Electrical Safety

Learn about the most common causes of electrical fires, and how you can help prevent fires before they start, with these #FDNYSmart tips from FDNY […]
July 9, 2020

Fireworks are for Professionals

Be #FDNYSmart – leave fireworks to the professionals. Fireworks are dangerous, especially in New York City. During celebratory seasons, be sure to use fireworks safely, […]
July 6, 2020

Welcome to FDNY Smart!

FDNY Captain Michael Kozo is here to present the FDNY Fire and Life Safety Presentation for School Kids where he’ll discuss important tips that will […]
June 24, 2020

Fireworks are Illegal

Fireworks are illegal in New York City. The illegal use of fireworks can lead to serious burns, injuries, fires and even death, especially for children […]
June 19, 2020

Top 10 Safety Tips!

Learn about the most important #FDNYSmart tips to keep you, your loved ones, and your home safe! From candles to escape plans, these tips are […]
May 22, 2020

Inside an EMS Station!

Welcome to FDNY Station 15 in the Bronx! Join Paramedic Lissette Barillas as she takes us on a virtual tour of the ambulance and the […]