Smoke Toxicity

Smoke Toxicity

With smoke inhalation the major cause of fire-related deaths annually in the United States, new studies are under way to determine the toxicity of combustible synthetic materials used in building materials.

Laboratory tests conducted by ASTM, a private standards organization, could help determine a specification for inhalation toxicity of combustible products.

fort lauderdale dogs fire

Fort Lauderdale (FL) Firefighters Save Dogs From House Fire, Department Says

Firefighters pulled four dogs from a smoldering Fort Lauderdale home that was in flames just minutes earlier Thursday morning, according to the department.
MN Barn Fire

4,000 Pigs Lost in MN Barn Fire

A fire late Wednesday evening has resulted in a total loss of a hog confinement and the 4,000 hogs inside.