GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.

While GivingTuesday happens every Tuesday, the annual celebration of generosity will happen on November 29, 2022.

GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past 10 years, this idea has grown into ... (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)

Time Changes Mean Battery Changes
Get in the habit of changing the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors every fall and spring when changing the clocks for Daylight Savings Time. It is also a good idea to make it standard procedure in your household to verify that all fire extinguishers are fully charged and in working order when you adjust the clocks each season.

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Electric bicycles and electric scooters, or e-bikes and e-scooters, are more popular than ever. These devices give riders a lower-cost and environmentally friendly way of getting around. But, unknown to many users, the batteries that power e-bikes and e-scooters have also been known to catch on fire and cause explosions.

Do not leave a charging e-bike battery unattended or on the charger overnight.

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If you choose to use consumer fireworks, be sure to follow these safety tips:

Never allow young children to handle fireworks
Older children should use them only under close adult supervision
Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol
Anyone using fireworks or standing nearby should wear protective eyewear
Never hold lighted fireworks in your hands
Never light fireworks indoors
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5 Days of Diwali - Diwali, the festival that spreads its luminosity across the length and breadth of the country is celebrated with crackling intensity. However, each of the five days of Diwali has its unique significance, drawing from different legends and traditions of the Vedic era.

First Day: Dhanteras - 22 October, 2022
The first day of this five day Hindu festival starts with 'Dhanteras' or ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Iselin Chemical Hook and Ladder Volunteer Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week TM (FPW), October 9-15, 2022. This year’s FPW campaign, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape TM”, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them ... (Full Story & Photos)

Defender Emergency Team would like to thank Chief Ryan Malheiro and the Commissioners and Members of the Iselin Chemical Hook & Ladder Fire Company, District 11 for being the FIRST fire department in New Jersey to receive the Rosenbauer BEST System. This specialized unit is specifically designed for the suppression of battery fires in the growing amount electric vehicles on the road today. Dealer ... (Full Story & Photos)