With 59 calls in January, it’s was a busy January for Norfolk firefighters.
That has prompted a reminder to be fire safe.
The calls include five structure fires, three contents fires and a pair of non-compliant open-air burns.
The reasons behind the calls to the Norfolk Fire Department include careless smoking, faulty electricals, poorly maintained appliances and adult fire play.
The fire department stresses Norfolk residents can do better.
Don’t be a part of these statistics – do your part to be fire safe.
