Here are 10 things you should do before turning on your heat this fall.

1. Replace or clean your furnace filter
Start with one of the simplest jobs: check the air filter.
A dirty furnace or HVAC filter can restrict airflow, make your system work harder, and reduce the amount of dust and other particles being removed from your indoor air.
The EPA recommends using the highest-efficiency filter your ... (Full Story & Photos)

For many families, the kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during the holiday season. From preparing favorite family recipes to decorating cookies and cakes, everyone enjoys being part of the celebration.

While the holidays are a joyful time, they can also be hectic. With increased cooking activity and more people at home, it is important to keep fire safety top of mind. As you prepare your ... (Full Story & Photos)

Become a volunteer firefighter with the Iselin Chemical Hook and Ladder Volunteer Fire Company.
Visit our Recruitment Page to apply.
https://www.iselinfire.org/content/recruit/

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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 - November 6th, 2026
The first day of this five day Hindu festival starts with 'Dhanteras' ... (Full Story & Photos)

With Halloween just around the corner, children will soon be transformed into witches, goblins, superheroes, and countless other imaginative characters. While Halloween is a fun and exciting tradition, it is important to keep safety in mind while enjoying the festivities. Please review the following tips to help ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween for everyone:

Halloween Safety Tips

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Charge Into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower

The Iselin Chemical Hook and Ladder Volunteer Fire Company is partnering with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 100 years, to promote this year's Fire Prevention Week campaign:

"Charge Into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower"

The campaign focuses on lithium-ion ... (Full Story & Photos)

School Bus Safety

School buses are the safest way to get children to and from school, but injuries can occur if kids are not careful when getting on and off the school bus.

Top Tips for Riding the Bus

1. Walk with your young kids to the bus stop and wait with them until it arrives. Make sure drivers can see the kids at your bus stop.

2. Teach kids to stand at least three giant steps back from ... (Full Story & Photos)

According to the National Weather Service, “It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away a small car, while 2 feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles.” With late spring into summer being the prime time for flash flooding in the United States, this article will take a look at some expert tips to help you stay safe during one of Mother Nature’s most dangerous situations.

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