A smoky fire without enough oxygen emits lots of unburned tar vapors called "creosote" which can possibly lead to a chimney fire. The good news, though, is that you can reduce creosote buildup in your ...

Ask the Remodeler's Mark Philben offers tips for heating your home safely via your fireplace and chimney when the winter ...

TALENT, Ore.- Talent residents awoken by firetrucks when a report of a flue fire came in just before midnight Tuesday night. Jackson County Fire District 5 responded to Theo Dr., where smoke alarms ...

they were able to confirm the scene of a chimney fire with heavy smoke coming out of the flue. Rescue8 was then able to establish command and go in for a search. Engine 8 was assigned fire attack ...

Experts said one of the most important things to do before lighting your fireplace is to make sure your damper or flue is open and cleared. Here are some more tips for chimney safety: Get a yearly ...