Seasonal decorations, including lights, trees and wreaths, can help put your household in the holiday spirit. However, when not used properly, decorations–particularly lights–can create safety hazards or cause fires.

Keep your family safe during the holidays. Prior to use, read the manufacturer’s instructions for each item to understand how to use it properly. In addition, follow these best practices ... (Full Story & Photos)

The membership of Iselin Dist 11 Fire Dept would like to wish all of our family and friends a very safe & HAPPY HANUKKAH!!!... (Full Story & Photos)

Come out and support your Woodbridge Township Emergency Services!! Your Fire Departments, EMS, C.E.R.T., Police & O.E.M.. Come and view Woodbridge Townships second annual LIGHT PARADE. Come see your Emergency Service Vehicles decorated in lights parade through the whole Township. The route is listed on the flyer. Pick a street and come watch the parade and cheer them on. Starting time is 6:00 P.M.. ... (Full Story & Photos)

First off, the membership of the Iselin District 11 Fire Dept would like to wish everyone a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
Secondly, If you are going to be baking and cooking for long periods of time, DON'T FORGET to open a window or two a couple of inches each to let fresh air in so the carbon monoxide doesn't build up.
Lastly and most importantly, if you are going to fry your turkey please follow the ... (Full Story & Photos)

For most, the kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during the holidays. From testing family recipes to decorating cakes and cookies, everyone enjoys being part of the preparations.

So keeping fire safety top of mind in the kitchen during this joyous but hectic time is important, especially when there’s a lot of activity and people at home. As you start preparing your holiday schedule and ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Veterans Day National Ceremony is held each year on November 11th at Arlington National Cemetery . The ceremony commences precisely at 11:00 a.m. with a wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns and continues inside the Memorial Amphitheater with a parade of colors by veterans' organizations and remarks from dignitaries. The ceremony is intended to honor and thank all who served in the United ... (Full Story & Photos)

The five-day long festival originated in the Indian subcontinent and is mentioned in early Sanskrit texts. Diwali is usually celebrated twenty days after the Dashera (Dasara, Dasain) festival, with Dhanteras, or the regional equivalent, marking the first day of the festival when celebrants prepare by cleaning their homes and making decorations on the floor, such as rangolis.The second day is Naraka ... (Full Story & Photos)

With the day approaching when kids will be transformed into little witches and goblins, their favorite super hero or just about anything that their imagination can come up with, here are some tips to keep them safe this spooky season.

-Make sure trick-or-treaters know to only approach familiar houses that have outside lights on –that is the signal that the homeowner/resident wants to give out candy
-Never ... (Full Story & Photos)