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CBS News
6 days ago
- CBS News
3 in critical condition after being rescued from house fire in Streamwood, Illinois
Three people were rescued after a fire broke out in northwest suburban Streamwood early Tuesday morning. Streamwood Fire Chief Mike Meyer said crews responded to the home in the 1200 block of North Green Meadows Boulevard just after 1:15 a.m. Firefighters from multiple departments battled heavy smoke and used multiple ladders to gain access to the house. Meyer said the fire was in the basement. After putting out the flames, firefighters located three people inside the home. They were rescued and taken to local hospitals, all in critical condition. The Illinois State Fire Marshal is assisting local officials with the investigation into the cause of the fire.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
American Heart Association shares importance of CPR training
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The American Heart Association is sharing the importance of parents knowing how to perform CPR. In a graphic, shared on Facebook by the Illinois State Fire Marshal and the Peoria Fire Department, it says that 23,000 children across the country have a cardiac arrest each year, with 20% being infants. 'The American Heart Association wants to make sure every parent knows CPR. To make sure you are ready when it matters most,' the post said. 'Learn CPR today so you can be ready and become part of the Nation of Lifesavers.' Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, or better known as CPR, is a lifesaving procedure that is performed when someone's heart stops beating and exponentially increases chances of survival, the American Heart Association's website said. The graphic also shares different types of CPR that can be performed, which are 'hands-only CPR' and 'CPR with breaths.' Hands-only CPR is being used as a starting point to get more people to learn CPR, with the downside being that for those who need it for a job, hands-only will not meet the requirements, it said. The chest compressions are good for the first few minutes someone is experiencing a cardiac arrest and help push the remaining oxygen through the body to keep vital organs alive, the graphic says. It also buys time for additional CPR support to arrive. Another downside to the hands-only method is that it is only for adults and teens; for children and infants, CPR with breaths is recommended, the graphic said. The second option in the graphic is 'CPR with breaths' which training is offered online or in-person and provides more in-depth training including CPR with breaths and choking relief. The breaths with the chest compressions allows for more oxygen to be circulated through the body. This version is also more beneficial as it can be used in more circumstances of cardiac arrest, including infants and children, pregnant women, drug overdoses, drowning victims and people who collapse with breathing problems. More information can be found on administering CPR at the American Heart Association's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Yahoo
Tips to stay vigilant during arson awareness week
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) — The Illinois State Fire Marshal is reminding residents across the state about how to reduce the risk of Arson. May 4 to 10 is the 30th annual Arson Awareness Week, and this year's theme is 'Preventing Arson in the Wildfire Environment – A Community Approach.' According to the United States Fire Administration, arsons harm communities by decreasing property values and increasing insurance premiums. An average of 52,260 fires were intentionally set annually from 2014 to 2018, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Arsons cause an estimated 400 civilian deaths, 950 civilian injuries and about $815 million in property damages.] 'Arson is not only a crime—it's a dangerous act that puts lives, property, and entire communities at risk. We have seen the devastating effects that intentionally set fires can have on not only communities but families,' said Illinois State Fire Marshal James Rivera. 'During Arson Awareness Week, I encourage everyone to stay vigilant, report suspicious activity, and help us prevent these devastating fires before they start. Fire prevention is a shared responsibility, and together, we can help make our communities safer and free from intentionally set fires.' Some tips to help reduce the risk of arson include: Keep leaves, firewood, overgrown brush, and shrubbery and other combustibles away from buildings. Keep doors and windows locked when a building is unoccupied. Board up abandoned buildings. Do not use double cylinder deadbolt locks without keeping a key nearby, bars without quick release mechanisms, or other security provisions that could trap a person in a building with a deadly fire. Store all flammable liquids such as paints, gasoline, and mowers in an approved storage location: locked cabinets, locked storage units, and locked garages (prevent access to kids). Also, keep away from heat sources such as furnaces and any type of heaters. Report suspicious activity near houses or other buildings to the local police and support Neighborhood Watch programs. If you suspect a child is setting fires, notify the proper authorities. Keep matches and lighters out of reach and out of sight of young children. If you know or suspect that an arson crime has been committed, contact your local fire or police department. Anyone who would like to anonymously provide information about a suspicious fire can call the statewide Arson Hotline at (800) 252-2947. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
How to prevent grill fires this Summer
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — With summer right around the corner, many will begin to fire up the grill, and fire experts are reminding people about grilling safety. Whether it's for the Fourth of July, Father's Day, or just to relax and eat a burger, the grill is a staple of summer cookouts, and the Illinois State Fire Marshal posted on their Facebook page tips to keep everyone safe. '#Grilling season has arrived again! It's important to follow these safety tips while cooking your favorite foods. Even before firing it back up, make sure to inspect and clean your grill. If you use a propane grill, inspect the hoses to ensure there are not any leaks,' the post said. The following is a list of safety tips according to the post: Propane and charcoal BBQ grills should only be used outside. The grill should be placed well away from the home, deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging branches. Keep children and pets at least three feet away from the grill area. Keep your grill clean by removing grease or fat buildup from the grills and in trays below the grill. Never leave your grill unattended. Always make sure your gas grill lid is open before lighting it. They also go on to list some tips for charcoal grills, including only using charcoal starter fluid on charcoal and not other flammable liquids, keeping fluid out of reach of children, and letting coals cool completely after use before disposing of them in a metal container. The post says July is the peak month for grill fires and roughly half of grill injuries are 'thermal burns.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
How to make sure a house fire doesn't ruin your Easter Sunday
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Easter is on Sunday, and whether it's deviled eggs, ham, egg casserole or whatever else, droves of people will be in the kitchen breaking out their inner chef. With cooking fires being the number one cause of house fires and home injuries, the Illinois State Fire Marshal is warning people to use caution in the kitchen to prevent these. In a post on their Facebook page, the marshals warned people to 'cook with caution.' It says not to fire up the stove if you are tired or have been drinking. It also stresses the importance of keeping an eye on what you are cooking. 'Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, boiling, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove,' the post said. Other tips they share are to check food regularly, set timers, and keep anything that can catch fire away from the stove top. They also have some tips for what to do if a small cooking fire does break out, and you decide to fight it. 'On the stove top, smother the flames by sliding a lid over the pan and turning off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it is completely cool,' it said. If a fire breaks out in the oven, the post says to turn the oven off and keep the door closed. If there is any doubt about fighting a kitchen fire, the post says to get out and close the door behind you and call 9-1-1 from outside. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
