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Science Says: 'The warmer it is, the more fire we see'
As temperatures rise in the U.S. West, so do the flames. The years with the most acres burned by wildfires have some of the hottest temperatures, an Associated Press analysis of fire and weather data found. As human-caused climate change has warmed the world over the past 35 years, the land consumed by flames has more than doubled.
7 Scientific Tips for Staying Warm
Keeping warm when it’s cold out may be easier if you know the science of heat transfer.
How to Keep Your House Warm
With winter fast approaching, many people are thinking about ways to not only keep the house warm, but also save a few bucks while doing so.
Why Children Play With Fire, and How to Stop Them
Preschoolers and kindergartners are most likely to start fires caused by play, and are most likely to die in them, according to the National Fire Protection Association.
How to Prevent Home Fires
You can vastly cut down deadly fire risks by exercising good safety habits and simple prevention steps. This article lists the “Big 7” most common causes of preventable fires and tells you the simple things you can and should do to keep them from starting. Prevention costs little or nothing.
How To Stay Warm Without Touching the Thermostat
How to Help Prevent House Fires
There are many causes of house fires, including faulty wiring, alternate heat sources, cooking, and more. Learn how to help prevent house fires with Travelers.
How Do I Survive a Forest Fire?
Den Mother can help you keep your cool while the forest burns around you.
Why Going to Natural Gas Will Save You Future Headaches
With more and more gas-fired outdoor products on the market, learn why you should consider switching to natural gas for your grill.
Is It Climate Change or Global Warming? And Why Does it Matter?
Let's explore the differences between the terms climate change and global warming. They are often used interchangeably but are different in scope.
Why is Upstairs Warmer Than Downstairs?
We're often left wondering why this happens – especially with the air conditioning on — and how we can fix it.
Tips for Preparing Your AC for the Warmer Weather
Right now is a good time to consider what to do to help prepare your air conditioner for the hot weather ahead. You never want it to go back into full operation without some important checks and maintenance tasks.
Could the history of cooling help us understand global warming?
An excerpt from “After Cooling: On Freon, Global Warming, and the Terrible Cost of Comfort.”
How to Make Rooms With High Ceilings Warmer
High ceilings make a room feel large and open, but they can be difficult to cool and heat. Because hot air rises, the challenge becomes trying to keep the hot air where you want it and preventing if ...
How to Keep Your Home Warm without Breaking Your Bank.
Staying warm in the winter time can take a toll on your HVAC system and your wallet. Albert Cantu gives you energy saving tips on how to keep your home.
How Much Will the Planet Warm If Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide Doubles?
A doubling of carbon dioxide all but guarantees warming of more than 2 degrees Celsius, says a new study.
14 Tips on Keeping Your Home Warm without Huge Energy Bills
Energy bills are going up every year and we all see pieces in the media from time to time about people who cannot afford to heat their homes. If you do not want to fall into this situation, there a…
Why is it so cold? Because the planet is dangerously hot
The bone-chilling temperatures currently pummeling the Midwest are the direct result of the warming Arctic losing its grip on the polar jet stream that usually keeps frigid air trapped up north.
How to Fix Uneven Heating and Cooling in a Two-Story Home
Upstairs rooms always warmer than downstairs? There's a fix for that.
Tips to decide to keep or replace A/C
With spring underway, thoughts of warmer weather and air conditioning are not far behind. Some people are remembering unresolved air-conditioner problems from last summer, and need to decide whether to fix their existing unit, or install a new one for the coming hot weather.
Tips for using the right type of fire extinguisher
Fires can happen at any time, and there are different types of fires, which require different methods to extinguish them. If certain fires are extinguished in an improper way, then
