Hurricanes often make more headlines during the summer and fall, but the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety cautions homeowners to not underestimate the destructive and deadly force of thunderstorms.

In a season when people spend extra time in the kitchen, it’s extra important to cook safely and know what to do in the event of a fire.

Holiday lights add a festive touch to your home—inside and out! But before you start decorating, make sure you are “current” on how to decorate safely.

The Atlantic hurricane season officially began June 1 and will run through Nov. 30. Because wind and rain from hurricanes or tropical storms can cause significant damage to personal property, the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety encourages property owners to strengthen the critical elements of their buildings to protect them from hurricane damage.

Memorial Day kicks off the official grilling season, so make sure you’re grilling safely.

Cooking, heating, holiday decorations and candles all contribute to an increased risk of fire during the winter months.

Every bedroom needs a working smoke alarm. That’s why “Hear the Beep Where You Sleep” is the theme of this year's National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 4-10.

While grilling food can be a fun, healthy way to cook, it requires a measure of caution.

When the weather turns cold, some farmers and homeowners spend more time in unheated barns and workshops. To keep warm, many turn to wood-burning stoves or space heaters.

Flipping a light switch or plugging in a device is second nature to most people, but it is important to keep electrical safety in mind—both inside and outside the home.