Fourth of July fire safety
You can almost smell the grilled hot dogs and fireworks as we are getting very close to the Fourth of July. So, as we approach our nation’s birthday, fire safety should also be on our minds. Gulfport Fire Department says…
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Biloxi Fire Department offers free smoke alarm checks
A Coast fire department is offering a free service to ensure that your home is protected in case of a fire. The Biloxi Fire Department is offering free fire alarm checks for residents. All you have to do is call…
New technology for Biloxi Fire Department
The Biloxi Fire Department debuted new technology for their fire boat. The Flir System was recently installed for Biloxi’s newest boat the Serena G. The Flir is a state-of-the-art sonar system that can detect heat signatures. The system can read…
CRTC trains local firefighters on new technique
Some South Mississippi firefighters are learning one of the latest approaches in trying to save lives thanks to the Air National Guard Base in Gulfport. The Combat Readiness Training Center Fire Department is conducting on-going training for the Harrison County…
Christmas fire safety
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but there are some fire safety measures you should know leading up to Christmas. Biloxi fire officials say to make sure you are watering your tree regularly so it doesn’t dry out.…
Thanksgiving fire safety
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and that means a lot of time to spend with family and friends and delicious food, but it also means a lot of fires. News 25 spoke with Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt who says Thanksgiving Day…
National Forestry Department teaches fire safety
Today kids at Popps Ferry Elementary in Biloxi learned all about how to prevent forest fires from the one and only Smokey the Bear! The National Forestry Department spoke with students about important fire safety like how to put out…
New tools assist with firefighting and fire safety in Biloxi
The Biloxi Fire Department now has a truck that can deliver breathing air to firefighters at fire scenes. News 25’s Caroline Eaker joins us with Biloxi Fire Chief Joe Boney to give us a look around the new tool.
Does your child want to be a firefighter?
Registration is now open for the Biloxi Fire Department’s Fire Academy. The academy is a five-day free summer camp for children ages seven to 12. Kids get a chance to learn life skills in fire safety and first aid through…
Heating equipment fire safety
With the drop in temperatures, many South Mississippians will be cranking up their space heaters and lighting fire places to keep warm. With heating equipment being one of the leading causes of home fire death, it is important to practice…
Meet ‘Pluggie’ at the Gulfport Fire Department
Gulfport Fire Department introduces their new toy ‘Pluggie’ to a group of kids from Christian Collegiate Academy. ‘Pluggie’ is a life-size robotic fire hydrant which talks, moves, and most importantly teaches kids about fire safety. Students were in awe over…
Kids Fire Academy in Biloxi
Over a dozen kids are learning life-saving skills during week two of the Biloxi Fire Kids Academy Camp. These include CRP training, plus getting a look at how firefighters quickly dress themselves with turnout and hazmat gear. These future firefighters…
Kids Fire Academy Camp in Biloxi
Forty-five kids are well on their way to becoming firefighters thanks to the Kids Fire Academy Camp. The Biloxi Fire Department has been host to the camp for seven years now. Kids ages seven to 12 practice spraying an extinguisher…
Fire Academy registration is open
Little aspiring firefighters will soon have the opportunity to see what it takes to be a firefighter in Biloxi. The Biloxi Fire Department is now taking applications for its Fire Academy Kids Camp. The camp is a fun and educational…
Volunteers install smoke detectors after fire
American Red Cross and U.S. Navy volunteers are teaming up to make sure residents have smoke detectors and that they’re working properly. The volunteers were installing free smoke alarms at homes in the Gaston Point community this morning. The smoke…
Sprinkle system demonstration in Biloxi
Things got heated in Biloxi today to show the importance of installing a sprinkler system inside your home. Two model rooms were set on fire outside the Gruich Community Center, one with and one without a sprinkler system. The one…
Tips To Prevent Wildfires
The fatal flames spreading in Gatlinburg have fire officials on the Coast urging locals here to know about fire safety. Keep an eye out at the vegetation outside of your home. If you live out near wooded areas make sure…
Staying Safe While Staying Warm
Each year, hundreds of people across the country die because of fires started by heating equipment. There are some simple things you can do to keep you and your family safe. As temperatures continue to decrease on the Coast, many…
Holiday Cooking Safety
Millions of families across America will have their kitchens working overtime over the next few days. Fire departments usually see an increase in calls this time of year. News 25’s Kristen Durand spoke with the Biloxi Fire Department and shares…
New Hardware for Biloxi Fire Department
The City of Biloxi’s fire fighters will be a little safer and have a little more style after getting their hands on some brand new hardware. Recently, the Biloxi Fire Department received a grant for $25,000 and after getting a…
Turn Your Attention to Fire Prevention
The Biloxi Fire Deparment and American Red Cross say “Turn Your Attention to Fire Prevention” in the month of October was a huge success. Throughout the month of October, Biloxi’s nine fire stations canvassed neighborhoods throughout the city to ensure…
Biloxi Firemen Install Smoke Detectors
The Biloxi Fire Department will soon hit the streets to make sure residents’ homes are protected. Starting this Saturday and the next two Saturdays, Biloxi firemen will roam different Biloxi neighborhoods, knock on doors and offer their assistance with providing…
NCBC and Gulfport Fire Rescue Training
A few Gulfport firefighters teamed up with some firemen from the Seabee Base for specialized fire rescue training. Together, they’re going through training on what to do in critical situations where they or a fellow firefighter is trapped or in…
Learning Safety Skills at Fire Academy for Kids
School might be out, but safety is in for a group of kids learning skills they can use for life in Biloxi. Children attending the fire department’s Fire Academy for kids are learning about first aid, CPR, how to dial…
