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  • SFMO Reminds Tennesseans to “Stay Safe At Home” During Pandemic

    Friday, April 03, 2020 | 07:20am

    NASHVILLE – In order to stop the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Tennesseans are now required by Governor Bill Lee to stay home unless carrying out essential activities.

    Fire Prevention | COVID-19 Press Release | Commerce & Insurance

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  • TDCI Urges Tennessee Consumers To Have a Safe & Scam-Free Labor Day

    Friday, August 30, 2019 | 07:12am

    NASHVILLE – The Labor Day holiday (Monday, Sept.2) marks the unofficial end of summer, making it the perfect opportunity for Tennessee consumers to enjoy a final getaway over the long weekend or attend an outdoor event with family and friends.

    Fire Prevention | Consumer Affairs | Commerce & Insurance

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  • TDCI: Are You Ready To Rent?

    Friday, August 23, 2019 | 08:04am

    NASHVILLE – As classes at colleges and universities across Tennessee get underway, students will be renting apartments and houses—some for the first time. To help all tenants be prepared and stay fire-safe, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) urges renters of all ages and backgrounds to be aware of their rights as tenants and to always practice fire safety in their homes.

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  • TDCI Reminds Tennesseans of “100 Deadliest Days” for Teen Drivers

    Tuesday, August 13, 2019 | 07:57am

    NASHVILLE – With back to school season under way, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is reminding consumers that this time of year is especially dangerous for teen drivers. Research from the AAA Foundation indicates that the number of crash fatalities involving teen drivers rises significantly between Memorial Day (May 27, 2019) and Labor Day (Sept. 2, 2019). Because of the higher period of fatalities, this 100 day period has been deemed the “100 Deadliest Days.”

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  • TDCI Shares 'Back to School' Consumer Tips

    Monday, August 05, 2019 | 08:43am

    NASHVILLE – With a new school year getting underway this week for many Tennessee parents and students, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is reminding consumers that education doesn’t stop in the classroom. TDCI’s divisions are offering consumers tips and reminders to help ensure your back-to-school season is safe and scam-free after school is in session.

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  • “Close Before You Doze” Video Contest Could Bring $25,000 Reward

    Friday, August 02, 2019 | 01:36pm

    NASHVILLE – A closed door can save lives during a home fire – and a winning video about the “close the door” message can bring a lucky fire department $25,000. To help raise awareness of the lifesaving properties of a closed door during a home fire, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is sharing information about a new video contest sponsored by the UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute (FSRI).

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  • MEDIA ADVISORY: “Close the Door” Coverage Opportunity in Cleveland, Tenn.

    Thursday, July 11, 2019 | 10:06am

    NASHVILLE – The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) will meet in Cleveland, Tenn. on Friday, July 12, 2019 to interview a house fire survivor whose life was saved after she closed a door in her home during a fire. The survivor will be interviewed as part of a consumer fire safety awareness campaign that aims to spread the lifesaving message of closing a door in a home fire.

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  • SFMO: Don’t Give Fire Safety a Vacation this Summer!

    Wednesday, July 10, 2019 | 09:01am

    NASHVILLE – While school is out and temperatures rise, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is reminding Tennesseans to not send fire safety on a summer vacation. Overall, summer is statistically less deadly than winter when it comes to fires. However, summer comes with its own set of dangers that parents and homeowners shouldn’t forget. Remember: Your family’s survival during a home fire this summer could depend on the preparations you take today.

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  • SFMO: Leave Fireworks to the Experts this Fourth of July

    Tuesday, July 02, 2019 | 10:30am

    NASHVILLE – Ahead of Fourth of July festivities, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is reminding residents of the Volunteer State about the dangers associated with consumer fireworks. The SFMO urges Tennesseans to leave the fireworks to the experts this Independence Day.

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  • Passage of New Legislation Will Benefit Consumers, Public Servants

    Monday, July 01, 2019 | 10:43am

    NASHVILLE – New legislative measures will deepen the State of Tennessee’s commitment to firefighters, police officers and members of the military while enhancing existing consumer laws that protect the Volunteer State’s vulnerable adults.

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  • TEMA, TFACA Advance Hazardous Materials Certification Options for Tennessee Responders

    Thursday, June 27, 2019 | 09:12am

    NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee emergency managers, firefighters, and first responders now have expanded certification and training options in hazardous materials response through a new agreement between the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) and the Tennessee Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy (TFACA).

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  • SFMO: Remember the Risks of Electric Shock Drowning while Swimming and Boating

    Friday, June 14, 2019 | 11:20am

    NASHVILLE – With the pending arrival of the first day of summer (June 21, 2019), the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) reminds consumers to always be mindful of safety hazards while swimming in the proximity of an electrical power source.

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  • State Fire Marshal Offers Safety Tips Ahead of Music Festival Season

    Wednesday, June 05, 2019 | 07:26am

    NASHVILLE – With the official start of summer ahead, music lovers are counting down the days until the kick-off of Tennessee’s outdoor festival season. Upcoming events like CMA Fest in Nashville (June 6-9), Bonnaroo in Manchester (June 13-16) and others throughout the year, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is reminding music fans to always incorporate safety into their festival plans.

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  • SFMO: Smoke Inhalation is More Dangerous than Burns in Home Fires

    Tuesday, April 30, 2019 | 09:00am

    NASHVILLE – While smoke alarms have always been a factor in the survivability of a home fire, their importance has never been greater. Most fire fatalities are not caused by burns, but by smoke inhalation. As the toxicity and speed of smoke increases, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is sharing tips on how you can keep your family safe from the toxic smoke and fumes produced by a home fire.

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  • Tennessee’s Overall Fire Death Rate Follows National Downward Trend

    Tuesday, April 16, 2019 | 08:05am

    NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s overall fire death rate continues to decline following the national downward trend in the reduction of fire deaths according to statistics compiled in the recently completed annual report for the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO).

    Fire Prevention | Commerce & Insurance

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