State fire marshal urges extra caution during winter storm
NASHVILLE — As weather conditions worsen across the Volunteer State, citizens should be aware of the danger posed by fire. That is the message from the state fire marshal’s office, according to a release from the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. “Brutally cold weather can drastically increase fire risks during what is already a peak season for residential fires,” TDCI Commissioner Julie Mix McPeak says in the release. The fire marshal’s office lists a variety of tips to ensure citizens stay safe when fending off the cold. To see the full release including the list of fire safety tips, visit the Seen on 7 section of our website.
