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•September Designated Campus Fire Month (1)
•Smoking is leading factor in home fires where oxygen therapy equipment is in use (1)
•Spring Forward This Sunday: Change Your Clocks, Change Your Batteries (1)
•State Agencies Launch Preliminary Exposure Reduction Project in Illinois (1)
•State Fire Marshal Announces Use Of Sky Lanterns Illegal In Illinois (1)
•State Fire Marshal Asks Residents to Practice Fire Safety (1)
•State Fire Marshal Commemorates 16th Anniversary of 9/11 (1)
•State Fire Marshal Congratulates Eight Illinois Fire Departments on 2016 Life Safety Achievement Award (1)
•State Fire Marshal Encourages Everyone to Think Fire Safety when Decorating for Fall and Halloween (1)
•State Fire Marshal Encourages Higher Education Students to Create and Practice a Fire Safety Plan (3)
•State Fire Marshal Encourages Illinoisans to Have Emergency Plans In Case of Fire (1)
•State Fire Marshal Honors Fallen Firefighters (2)
•State Fire Marshal Honors National Fire Prevention Week (1)
•State Fire Marshal Issues Important Consumer Warning About Gel Fire Pots (1)
•State Fire Marshal Launches Be Alarmed! Program (1)
•State Fire Marshal Matt Perez Announces Retirement (1)
•State Fire Marshal Opens Applications for Small Equipment Grant Program (2)
•State Fire Marshal Promotes Safe Cooking Habits for Thanksgiving (1)
•State Fire Marshal Recognizes National Fire Prevention Week (2)
•State Fire Marshal Recognizes Southern Illinois Fire Department Receiving Funding from the Illinois Fire Department COVID-19 Relief Grant (1)
•State Fire Marshal Reminds Illinoisans to Change Clocks and Batteries, Test Smoke Alarms in Advance of Daylight Saving Time (1)
•State Fire Marshal Reminds Illinoisans to Change Your Clock, Change Your Batteries (3)
•State Fire Marshal Reminds Illinoisans to Change Your Clock, Test and Inspect Your Smoke Alarms (1)
•State Fire Marshal Reminds Residents to Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen during Fire Prevention Week (1)
•State Fire Marshal Reminds Residents to Test, Inspect and Change Batteries in Smoke/CO Alarms While Changing Clocks as Daylight Saving Time Begins (1)
•State Fire Marshal Reminds Residents to Test, Inspect and Replace Broken or Expired Smoke/CO Alarms While Changing Clocks (1)
•State Fire Marshal Shares Thanksgiving Safety Tips (1)
•State Fire Marshal Warns Illinoisans of Recall Notice for Kidde Fire Extinguishers (1)
•State Fire Marshal and Illinois Fire Safety Alliance Promote Be Alarmed! (1)
•State Fire Marshal and Illinois Fire Service Institute Showcase State Efforts on Better Equipping Fire Departments and First Responders (1)
•State Fire Marshal and the Illinois Finance Authority Opens Applications for Fire Truck and Ambulance Revolving Loan Programs (1)
•State Fire Marshal announces grant money for small equipment to bolster emergency response capabilities (1)
•State Fire Marshal announces small equipment grant awards totaling $2 million for 112 Illinois communities (1)
•State Fire Marshal to Honor Four Fallen Firefighters (1)
•State Fire Marshal: Be Aware. Arson Aint Cool. (2)
•State Fire Marshall Reminds Illinoisans to Practice Grill Safety in Advance of Summer Barbecue Season (1)
•State Fire Marshals Small Equipment Grant Program Now Accepting Applications (2)
•State Fire Marshals Small Equipment Grant Program Now Accepting Applications (1)
•State Fire marshal Ushers in Fire Prevention Week (1)
•Stay Cool and Safe at the Pool (1)
•Stay Fire Safe and Be Fire Smart this Holiday Season (1)
•Staying Warm and Safe this Winter Starts with Heating Equipment and Carbon Monoxide Safety (1)
•Summer Grill Fire Safety Tips (1)
•Summer: Peak Time for Grill Fires (1)
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Smoking is leading factor in home fires where oxygen therapy equipment is in use

 
 Volume/Number:  2010 June 5 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: Consumers prescribed home-based oxygen therapy are urged to exercise extreme caution especially when operating the equipment near possible ignition sources, such as stoves, ovens, smoking materials and candles, the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) warns. 
 Date Created:  06 05 2010 
 Agency ID:  667**10 
 ISL ID:  000000028950   Original UID: 13416 FIRST WORD: Smoking 
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Staying Warm and Safe this Winter Starts with Heating Equipment and Carbon Monoxide Safety

 
 Volume/Number:  2022 January 24 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: Nearly half of all home heating fires occurred in December, January, and February. 
 Date Created:  01-24-2023 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000108017   Original UID: 214973 FIRST WORD: Staying 
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Spring Forward This Sunday: Change Your Clocks, Change Your Batteries

 
 Volume/Number:  2017 March 10 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: The Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) recommends changing smoke alarm batteries when setting clocks ahead one hour this Sunday, March 12, 2017. Smoke alarm batteries should be changed twice a year in order to ensure that they work properly to prevent injuries and deaths in case of a fire. 
 Date Created:  03-10-2017 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000077709   Original UID: 192603 FIRST WORD: Spring 
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Stay Fire Safe and Be Fire Smart this Holiday Season

 
 Volume/Number:  2010 December 16 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Cooking, entertaining, and decorating are hallmarks of the holiday season, but they also can lead to increased fire risks, according to the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM). 
 Date Created:  12 16 2010 
 Agency ID:  1583**10 
 ISL ID:  000000033769   Original UID: 15562 FIRST WORD: Stay 
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Stay Cool and Safe at the Pool

 
 Volume/Number:  2019 July 17 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: Pools are a favorite destination for many Illinoisans to cool off during the hotsummer months. Extremely hot and muggy weather is forecast across Illinois to end the weekinto the weekend meaning many people will head to the pool. Its important to follow allposted rules and to pay attention to your children. 
 Date Created:  07-17-2019 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000087079   Original UID: 198050 FIRST WORD: Stay 
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Summer Grill Fire Safety Tips

 
 Volume/Number:  2016 May 27 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: With Memorial Day weekend approaching and grills lighting up all across Illinois, the Office of the State Fire Marshal reminds residents to take proactive measures to keep their summer barbecues safe and fun for all involved. 
 Date Created:  05-27-2016 
 Agency ID:  411**16 
 ISL ID:  000000073910   Original UID: 191034 FIRST WORD: Summer 
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September Designated Campus Fire Month

 
 Volume/Number:  2015 September 8 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: With over a million students returning to colleges and universities throughout Illinois, the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal urges students to familiarize themselves with the risks of fire and the simple steps they can take to stay safe in on-campus and off-campus housing. 
 Date Created:  09-09-2015 
 Agency ID:  844**15 
 ISL ID:  000000072570   Original UID: 190179 FIRST WORD: September 
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Summer: Peak Time for Grill Fires

 
 Volume/Number:  2019 July 11 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) wants to remind all Illinoisans to practice safe grilling techniques this summer. 
 Date Created:  07-11-2019 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000087068   Original UID: 198039 FIRST WORD: Summer: 
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State Fire Marshal announces grant money for small equipment to bolster emergency response capabilities

 
 Volume/Number:  2010 February 9 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: Illinois State Fire Marshal Larry Matkaitis today announced that $2 million in grants are now available to help fire departments across the state purchase small equipment and protective clothing that will enable them to better serve their communities. 
 Date Created:  02 09 2010 
 Agency ID:  136**10 
 ISL ID:  000000027326   Original UID: 12923 FIRST WORD: State 
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State Fire Marshal announces small equipment grant awards totaling $2 million for 112 Illinois communities

 
 Volume/Number:  2010 April 22 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: Acting Illinois State Fire Marshal Larry Matkaitis today announced that nearly $2 million in grants have been awarded to fire agencies in more than 110 Illinois communities for the purchase of fire safety items including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). 
 Date Created:  04 22 2010 
 Agency ID:  442**10 
 ISL ID:  000000027434   Original UID: 13035 FIRST WORD: State 
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State Fire Marshal Issues Important Consumer Warning About Gel Fire Pots

 
 Volume/Number:  2011 September 2 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today issued a statewide consumer alert to warn residents of potential fire and explosion hazards surrounding the recreational use of alcohol-fueled gel fire pots. While the product is designed as a household decoration or outdoor patio fixture, OSFM's fire safety and prevention officials are concerned about increased dangers associated with the use of this flammable consumer product. 
 Date Created:  09 02 2011 
 Agency ID:  1020**11 
 ISL ID:  000000037820   Original UID: 18745 FIRST WORD: State 
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Title:  

State Fire Marshal Announces Use Of Sky Lanterns Illegal In Illinois

 
 Volume/Number:  2013 May 31 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  SPRINGFIELD The Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has issued notice of the official ban of sky lanterns, also known as aerial luminaries or floating lanterns, in Illinois. Sky lanterns present a potential risk for injuries and fires. The paper made lanterns contain a small candle or fuel cell that when lit, heats the air into the lantern making it rise into the air. Sky lanterns travel a long distance without any control of their final destination. 
 Date Created:  05 31 2013 
 Agency ID:  612**13 
 ISL ID:  000000048903   Original UID: 170729 FIRST WORD: State 
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Title:  

State Fire marshal Ushers in Fire Prevention Week

 
 Volume/Number:  2015 October 5 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: Yesterday marked the first day of National Fire Prevention Week, which takes place October 4-10 this year. During this week, Illinois State Fire Marshal Matt Perez urges everyone to take a moment to review their safety protocols in the event of a fire. 
 Date Created:  10-05-2015 
 Agency ID:  917**15 
 ISL ID:  000000072850   Original UID: 190361 FIRST WORD: State 
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Title:  

State Fire Marshal Encourages Illinoisans to Have Emergency Plans In Case of Fire

 
 Volume/Number:  2017 April 6 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: The Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is encouraging all Illinois households to take steps to prepare themselves in the case of a home fire incident. The Office of the State Fire Marshal recommends having a working smoke alarm and a specific plan for your family in case of emergency. 
 Date Created:  04-06-2017 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000078715   Original UID: 192768 FIRST WORD: State 
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Title:  

State Fire Marshal Recognizes National Fire Prevention Week

 
 Volume/Number:  2017 October 6 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today kicks off National Fire Pre-vention Week 2017. Governor Rauner proclaimed October 8 through October 14 as Fire Pre-vention Week in Illinois to encourage residents to learn and prepare for emergency situations. 
 Date Created:  10-06-2017 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000079456   Original UID: 193714 FIRST WORD: State 
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Title:  

State Fire Marshal Reminds Illinoisans to Change Your Clock, Change Your Batteries

 
 Volume/Number:  2017 November 2 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today asks Illinoisans to take an extra few minutes this weekend to change and test the batteries in their smoke alarms while setting their clocks back an hour. Clocks fall back an hour for Daylight Savings Time this Sunday, November 5. 
 Date Created:  11-02-2017 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000079518   Original UID: 193787 FIRST WORD: State 
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Title:  

State Fire Marshal Warns Illinoisans of Recall Notice for Kidde Fire Extinguishers

 
 Volume/Number:  2017 November 2 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today warns of an important recall notice for Kidde brand fire extinguishers. The company announced a recall of fire extinguishers with a plastic handle due to a failure to properly activate during a fire emergency. 
 Date Created:  11-02-2017 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000079519   Original UID: 193788 FIRST WORD: State 
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Title:  

State Fire Marshal Shares Thanksgiving Safety Tips

 
 Volume/Number:  2017 November 20, 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  ISFM This Thanksgiving, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) urges Illinoisans to be mindful when preparing Thanksgiving dinner. 
 Date Created:  11-20-2017 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000079521   Original UID: 193790 FIRST WORD: State 
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Title:  

State Fire Marshal Congratulates Eight Illinois Fire Departments on 2016 Life Safety Achievement Award

 
 Volume/Number:  2017 September 21 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is proud to announce that eight fire departments from Illinois have been recognized with the 2016 Life Safety Achievement Award. 
 Date Created:  09-21-2017 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000080836   Original UID: 193503 FIRST WORD: State 
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Title:  

State Fire Marshal Commemorates 16th Anniversary of 9/11

 
 Volume/Number:  2017 September 11 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press release: The Illinois State Fire Marshal today honors the nearly three thousand men and women who lost their lives in the attacks on September 11, 2001, as well as all the courageous first responders who responded to the attack. Those victims include 343 firefighters who sacrificed their lives for their duty. 
 Date Created:  09-11-2017 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000080847   Original UID: 193514 FIRST WORD: State 
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