January 15, 2025
The winter season can bring unique safety challenges. Here are some safety tips to stay safe when using space heaters.
December 12, 2024
Happy holidays listeners! The holiday season can be packed with fun celebrations. To help make sure your festivities stay cheery and safe, we’re sharing our […]
October 28, 2024
Lithium-ion batteries can cause powerful explosions and poisonous smoke. Where possible, CHARGE and STORE lithium-ion batteries outside. For safety information, go to FDNYSmart.org.
October 15, 2024
Fall is officially here, and you know what that means! In this episode, we are celebrating Fire Prevention Week by reminding everyone about how important […]
September 20, 2024
The FDNY shares some essential tips on how to safely use extension cords at home. These tips help reduce the risk of fires and keep […]
September 20, 2024
When escaping a fire in your building, close the door as you exit. Closing the door saves lives by isolating fire and preventing smoke, heat, […]
March 22, 2024
Learn the importance and how to make a fire escape plan in the case of an emergency in your home.
March 15, 2024
Dial 911 any time there is a threat to life or property, including fires, smoke, odors of gas or medical emergencies. It is important to […]
March 15, 2024
Unattended candles start many preventable fires that sadly lead to tragic fire deaths. Often, the fire is sparked by things that easily catch on fire. […]
March 15, 2024
We’re coming to you from Ghostbusters’ headquarters, Hook and Ladder Company 8 in Manhattan. Built in 1903, the firehouse was made famous by the beloved […]
February 25, 2024
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 13, 2024
Here are some important things to remember about smoke alarms: There should always be alarms placed on every level of your home, including basements and […]
February 12, 2024
Working smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms save lives by quickly giving you and your loved ones an early warning signal that something is wrong. […]
February 12, 2024
We would like to remind everybody to have a working smoke alarm in your home. Change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms […]
February 9, 2024
Matches and lighters are not toys. Children are naturally curious and it is normal to want to explore, but fire is dangerous. Note that most […]
February 8, 2024
December 18, 2023
Season’s Greetings listeners! The holiday season can be fun and exciting. To help make sure your holidays don’t go from merry to scary, we’re bringing […]
November 30, 2023
Do you know what to do if there’s a fire or emergency in your home? In this episode, we are giving you important FDNY Smart […]
October 11, 2023
Kids are back to school and the “FDNYSmart Podcast for Kids!” is back for a new season, just in time for Fire Prevention Week. Do […]
September 29, 2023
We’re coming to you from the FDNY Smokehouse! Also known as the Mobile Fire Safety Experience truck. It’s a roving teaching tool equipped with fake […]
August 30, 2023
We’re coming to you from an FDNY Summer Block Party! In this special summer episode, we are re-visiting a past conversation we had about three […]
July 28, 2023
All summer long the FDNY Smart Podcast for Kids! is coming to you from an FDNY Summer Block Party! This month, Chloe reminds everyone about […]
July 3, 2023
The summer is a fun time of year! But, there are a few safety tips that we should all review to make sure the season […]
June 23, 2023
Fireworks are not only dangerous in New York City, they are also illegal. Possession or use of fireworks is a criminal misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment, […]