OWL Supports PWCFRS Pop-Up Event
On Saturday, August 24, OWL visited Rockledge Elementary School to support Prince William County Fire & Rescue System’s (PWCFRS) Pop-Up Event to educate the community on important fire ...
Public Education
OWL Supports Community Outreach at Veterans Memorial Park
By actively participating in and organizing community events and educational programs, OWL volunteers not only raise awareness about fire safety and prevention but also foster a sense of ...
June is National Fireworks Safety Month
One of America’s most celebrated festive holidays is the 4th of July, Fireworks are fun and exciting, yet, one of the biggest fire hazards to life and property. Each year, […]
OWL Promotes Move Over Awareness Month
In Virginia, June is Move Over Awareness Month To ensure the safety of first responders and motorists on highways, Code of Virginia, Section 46.2–861.1 indicates that drivers are required to […]
OWL Shares Electrical Safety Tips
To help avoid electrical accidents, take a few moments to look around your home for hazards and correct them. Practicing electrical safety is a straightforward way to prevent electrical fires. ...
National Playground Safety Week is April 22 – 26, 2024
The 2024 National Playground Safety Week is April 22nd – April 26th! Sponsored by the National Program for Playground Safety (NPPS), this annual event reminds parents, grandparents, caregivers, ...
Clothes Dryer Safety Tips
Clothes dryer safety is crucial to prevent accidents. Clean the lint filter after each load, ensure proper venting, and do not overload the dryer. Regularly inspect and clean the vent duct […]
Fire Safety for People with Disabilities
There’s no place like home. It is a place to relax, share laughs with family, and enjoy home cooked meals. But did you know that most fire deaths occur in […]
Protect Your Family & Home from Appliance Fires
Appliances help to simplify our lives, but they also pose a fire and injury risk if not properly maintained. In 2021, an estimated 24,200 residential building electrical fires were reported […]
Stay Off the Ice – Area Waters Unsafe
Our area rarely produces ice of the quality and thickness necessary for safe outdoor recreation; therefore, recreation on local ice is riskier than in northern climates. Ice that is formed […]