Make sure smoke alarms are working
According to NFPA, smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by more than half (54 percent).
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Francine storm response and claims tips from state insurance officials
After tornadoes and other disasters, insurance companies will reach out to those with the worst losses first.
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Insurance commissioner encourages preparation ahead of storms
Create a home inventory so that it’s easier to file a claim in the event of a disaster.
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Abraham named State Fire Coordinator
He will oversee the fire safety education program and will administer the Rural Fire Truck Acquisition Assistance Program (RFTAAP), among other duties.
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County firefighters among new MSFA graduates
This intense seven-week course includes several fire-related topics.
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Avoid fireworks injury this Independence Day
About 9,700 people were treated for firework injuries at ERs in 2023 and there were eight deaths.
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Home maintenance could prevent a costly insurance claim
It’s the first day of Spring – a good reminder to maintain your home to avoid an insurance claim.
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Chaney announces staff changes
Staff changes announced in the Mississippi Insurance Department.
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Check smoke alarms as you “spring forward” on Sunday
Daylight Savings Time is a good time to check home smoke alarms.
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Heating equipment to blame for 10 fire deaths in 2023
There were 67 total fire deaths in Mississippi in 2023. There were no working smoke alarms in the home in more than 50 percent of those cases.
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