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• Major Fire At Orange School Stopped By FRNSW Crew

  18-11-2025 14:57 via thebigredguide.com
  Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have stopped a major fire from destroying a public school overnight at Orange in the state's central west.The blaze took hold on the top floor of a two-story building in the Maxwell Avenue school around 10.30pm, causing the roof to collapse.Seven FRNSW trucks and four Rural Fire Service tankers rushed to the scene where a number of classrooms and the school's library were ablaze.Support from NSW Police, NSW AmbulanceNSW Police, NSW Ambulance and energy company t
  
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• Fire Extinguisher Inspection By Kord Fire

  18-11-2025 14:53 via thebigredguide.com
  When it comes to ensuring the safety of the home or business, a fully functional fire extinguisher is essential. But how can users be sure that their fire extinguisher will work when they need it most?Regular fire extinguisher inspections are a critical part of the fire safety plan. Whether one is looking for a specific type of fire extinguisher or they need a professional fire extinguisher inspection service, knowing where and how to get the extinguisher inspected is vital.Kord Fire understands
  
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• Smoke & CO Alarm Guide: LA County Compliance

  18-11-2025 14:52 via thebigredguide.com
  Installing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms is of utmost importance when it comes to keeping the family safe.The Los Angeles County Residential Code (Sections R314 and R315) lays out specific requirements for these devices, ensuring the home is well-protected. This guide will walk users through everything they need to know, from where to place the alarms to how to maintain them, so they can stay compliant and safe.Placing Smoke AlarmsThe Residential Code (R314) provides clear guidelines for smok
  
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• FRNSW Battles Vehicle Scrap Yard Fire In Trenayr

  18-11-2025 14:36 via thebigredguide.com
  Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have battled explosions and large blaze in a vehicle scrap yard at Trenayr, north of Grafton, in the state's northern rivers district.More than 15 fire trucks responded to the emergency in Trenayr Road, just before 6pm. The fire took hold in rows of scrapped cars, stacked up to 10 vehicles high, and sent a large plume of black, toxic smoke into the sky.A firefighter received a head injury whilst fighting the blaze. She was admitted to hospital for observation an
  
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• Prevent Holiday Fires: FRNSW Christmas Safety Tips

  18-11-2025 14:34 via thebigredguide.com
  Confronting new video from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) demonstrates just how quickly Christmas decorations can become fire hazards, with the potential to destroy a home faster than it takes to microwave your festive lunch leftovers.The controlled demonstration video shows a power board arcing and igniting, due to an overload of household appliances and Christmas lights, before causing the entire room to explode in flames in less than three minutes.FRNSW wants to prevent Christmas catastrophes an
  
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• Ranger Expands With PDSL Acquisition In Ireland

  18-11-2025 12:23 via thebigredguide.com
  Ranger Fire and Security has announced its acquisition of Limerick-based Prestige Detection Systems Ltd (PDSL), further strengthening the Group’s presence in Ireland.Established in 2005, PDSL is a major provider of fire, security and emergency response systems for businesses and community service providers throughout Ireland, with a particular focus on the Munster region and Galway. The company has built a strong reputation for technical expertise and compliance with the highest design
  
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