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Pre-Winter Weather Checklist

With cooler temperatures fast approaching, we should all prepare for upcoming winter weather. Read more...
Winter Fire Safety Tips

The high cost of home heating fuels and utilities has caused many people to search for alternate sources of home heating. Read more...
Tips to Limit Your Exposure to Hazardous Household Chemicals

Knowing how to handle household products containing hazardous materials or chemicals can reduce the risk of injury. Read more...
Space Heaters are a Leading Cause of Home Fires

Be warm and safe this winter by following these tips when using a heating source, such as space heaters: Read more...
Updated Illinois Smoke Alarm Law Effective January 1, 2023

Beginning January 1, 2023, any new smoke alarm that is installed within a single or multi-family home is required to be an alarm that features a 10-year sealed battery. Read more...
Don't Crowd The Plow

November is winter weather preparedness month in Illinois, and the Carbondale Office of Emergency Management asks you to prepare now for possible extreme cold, snow, and ice. Read more...

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