05/30/2026
WVFD was dispatched to a business in our service area at 8:00am this morning. This small fire was caused by woodworking activities the previous day. There were no injuries to report.
๐จ๐ฅPUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT ๐ฅ๐จ
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๐จ๐ฅLINSEED OIL CAN IGNITE ON ITS OWN! ๐ฅ๐จ
Many people are surprised to learn that a simple pile of oily rags can become a serious fire hazard.
Linseed oil generates heat as it dries. When rags, paper, cardboard, or other absorbent materials soaked with linseed oil are left crumpled or piled together, that heat can become trapped. As temperatures rise, the materials can ignite without a spark, flame, or other ignition source.
โ ๏ธ Protect Your Home & Family
โ๏ธ Spread oily rags out flat to dry completely.
โ๏ธ Submerge used rags in water inside a sealed metal container.
โ๏ธ Store oily materials in approved metal containers with tight-fitting lids.
โ๏ธ Never throw oily rags into a pile, trash can, cardboard box, or dryer.
๐ฅ Remember: Boiled linseed oil, oil-based stains, varnishes, and some wood-finishing products may pose similar risks.
A few simple precautions can prevent a devastating fire.
Please take a moment to read the information below and share this post to help spread awareness throughout our community. Your share could help prevent a fire and protect lives.
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