Tag: Lorraine Carli
NFPA, Joey Gase team up again for new NASCAR season
January 29, 2026SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass. — The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is getting back in the driver’s seat to continue its collaboration with Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen during select NASCAR race events in 2026, using the sport’s national platform to increase public awareness about the importance of fire safety and the vital role codes and standards play in protecting people and property.
As part of its expanded NASCAR involvement, NFPA will also serve as the entitlement...
One-third of Christmas tree fires in January, says NFPA
January 6, 2026SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass. — The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is cautioning people against holding on to aging Christmas trees, as more than one-third (35 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January.
“As much as we all enjoy the look and feel of Christmas trees in our homes, they’re large combustible items that have the potential to result in serious fires,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of outreach and advocacy at NFPA. “The longer...
December is a leading month for U.S. home fires
December 5, 2025SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass. — Be extra vigilant this holiday season, December is a leading month for U.S. home fires according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
“Many of the activities we engage in during the holiday season reflect leading causes of home fires, which explains why we consistently see the number of home fires climb at this time of year,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA.
While cooking significantly contributes to the increased...
As Halloween nears, potential fire hazards lurk, says NFPA
October 22, 2025SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass.—From decorations and candles to flowing costumes, Halloween fun can quickly turn frightening if fire safety is overlooked.
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), between 2019 and 2023, an annual average of 832 home structure fires began with decorations, resulting in three deaths, 28 injuries, and $17 million in direct property damage. Nearly half (47 percent) of these fires occurred because the decorations were too close to a heat source; approximately...
NFPA talks lithium-ion risks for Fire Prevention Week
September 30, 2025SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass. — Most home electronics are powered by lithium-ion batteries, and if not used correctly or damaged, they can overheat and start a fire or explode.
In response to these potential risks, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) – the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week – has announced “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” as the theme for Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5-11, 2025.
“Lithium-ion batteries are...
NFPA and CCFS ring alarm on fire risks for campus fire safety month
August 28, 2025SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass. — As thousands of college students nationwide are moving into dormitories and off-campus housing, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Center for Campus Fire Safety (CCFS) work to collaborate on the annual Campus Fire Safety Month campaign to provide vital fire safety education and resources to students, parents, and campus housing staff and administrators.
This year’s campaign highlights the importance of safe cooking practices and lithium-ion battery...
NFPA offers resources following Fall River fire tragedy
July 28, 2025SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass.—Following the deadly fire at the Gabriel House assisted living facility in Fall River, Mass. on July 13, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is emphasizing the critical fire risks associated with smoking in the presence of medical oxygen and offering the public and the media resources on the topic.
At a recent press conference, the Bristol County District Attorney's Office and the Massachusetts State Fire Marshal's Office provided...
Home sprinkler installation costs drop nationwide
October 22, 2013Tess Nacelewicz
QUINCY, Mass.—The cost of installing home fire sprinklers has decreased nationwide, and states that mandate home fire sprinklers have even lower installation costs, a new study by the Fire Protection Research Foundation has found.
“In the two states with statewide regulations, Maryland and California, significantly lower costs were found there than in the sample as a whole,” Kathleen Almand, executive director of the foundation, told Security Systems News. The foundation is an...
NFPA show: electric car safety, expo on ADA accessibility and additional educational sessions
March 18, 2013Tess Nacelewicz
QUINCY, Mass.—The 2013 National Fire Protection Association Conference & Expo will be held in Chicago in June, and highlights of the show include additional education sessions and an electric vehicle safety showcase that will address safety considerations regarding the growing number of charging stations installed in homes, businesses and public spaces.
The show also will include a new Accessibility Expo featuring fire and life safety products designed to comply with the Americans with Disabilities...
Want to be in the know? Come to the NFPA show
March 14, 2012Tess Nacelewicz
QUINCY, Mass.—The 2013 edition of NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, will come out this fall. And one of the best ways to learn about content changes in the code is at the 2012 National Fire Protection Association Conference & Expo this June in Las Vegas, according to Lorraine Carli, VP of communications for the NFPA, based here.
That's because the annual show, which runs this year from June 11-14, will have three separate panel presentations on significant content...