Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – In light of recent deadly fires in Central Illinois, JC Fultz with the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal talks with Joey McLaughlin on the WTAX Morning NewsWatch about fire safety, urging Illinois residents to review and practice their fire escape plans, the testing and inspection of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and practice space heater safety.
Fire safety tips from the Office of the State Fire Marshal
So far in 2025, Illinois has seen 16 fatal fires resulting in 19 fire related fatalities.
