The Thanksgiving holiday is the peak day for home cooking fires across the nation. Thanksgiving day has more than three times the daily average for such incidents. Christmas Day and Christmas Eve ranked second and third, having nearly twice the daily average. For many of us, the kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during the holidays...
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By Fiona de Young In a fire, mere seconds can mean the difference between a safe escape and a tragedy. Fire safety education isn’t just for school children. Teenagers, adults, and older adults are also at risk in fires, making it important for every member of the community to take some time to make sure they stay safe. This year marks the 100th...
By Fiona de Young Rincon Valley Fire wants to make it as easy as possible for you to take advantage of our services, which is why we recently launched our new customer service site, available on our website at www.rinconvalleyfd.org. This free service allows you to create an account and track your request from start to finish in a fully digital...
By Fiona de YoungCommunity Relations Manager With the monsoon season officially underway, the Rincon Valley Fire District wants to remind you that when in doubt, turn around don’t drown. This catchphrase has become popular in the last few years as summer rains fill our canyons and our roads with flash floods. But it’s more than just a catchphrase...
By Bailey BreedingCommunity Relations Intern With temperatures heating up, it’s time to start thinking about hiking safety. Hiking is a great way to get outside and get some exercise. Safety should be a top priority when hiking this summer. Here are a few things to keep in mind: Bring plenty of water: A good rule of thumb, especially in high...
By Fiona de YoungCommunity Relations Manager Two Rincon Valley firefighters graduated from the Pima Community College Paramedic Program last month. The graduation was celebrated on April 21st put on by Pima Community College’s Public Safety & Emergency Services Institute and held at the Tucson Convention Center. Becoming a paramedic is the...
By Fiona de Young, Community Relations Manager Rincon Valley Fire District Assistant Chief James Tucker has successfully completed the process that awards the professional designation of “Chief Fire Officer” (CFO). The Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) met on December 7, 2021 to confer the designation. Chief James Tucker...
By Bailey BreedingCommunity Relations Intern With all the hearts around for Valentine’s day, this month is a good time to start thinking about yours! Keeping up on heart heath is important to keeping your whole body strong. Some ways to keep your heart happy and healthy include: Eat healthy, make sure you are getting plenty of fruits, vegetables...
By Bailey BreedingCommunity Relations Intern Here at the Rincon Valley Fire District, we are on a mission to ensure our community is prepared for whatever might happen. Most house fires occur during winter months, and with the temperatures dropping, it is important to be ready if anything happens.Being prepared is made easier with a few simple...
By Bailey BreedingCommunity Relations InternRincon Valley Fire District As the weather cools down here in Southern Arizona, candles can help bring a cozy feeling into a room. While candles are a popular way to decorate for the holidays, there are some precautions to help prevent home fires. More than one-third of home decorating fires are started...