Tips for Preventing Electrical Fires

Electrical fires can be a common problem, especially in older homes with aging electrical systems.

String of Burglaries Shakes DeKalb Community

Police are investigating a recent string of burglaries in DeKalb County, Georgia, that has left the community shaken and on-edge.

Formulating an Emergency Escape Plan

One of the best ways to ensure the safety of you and your family in the event of a fire is to create an escape plan.

The Statistical Case for Smoke Detectors

A report by the National Fire Protection Association details statistics showing the substantial improvements in safety that come with the installation and maintenance of smoke detectors.

Gwinnett, Georgia, Burglar to Serve 10 years in Prison

Gwinnett, Georgia, resident Paul Ali Slater was sentenced to a minimum of 10 years in prison for breaking into the home of a Loganville mother, who shot Slater five times in the stomach, liver and lungs with a handgun.

Two Women and One Minor Arrested in Georgia Burglary Ring

Sources reported that 27-year-old Zenobia Griffin and 20-year-old Dacquiri Huff have been accused of burglary, criminal attempt to commit burglary, felony theft by taking and misdemeanor theft by taking. The charges against the 16-year-old have not been made public.

Ademco Systems Offer Intruder and Fire Protection Systems

The company also advises families use radio backup with their alarm so that emergency signals may still be sent to the Central Monitoring Station. This is particularly useful if the telephone lines are down.