As winter’s grasp tightens, the warmth of a hearth becomes a beckoning comfort in homes across Oklahoma City. In a recent social media post, the Oklahoma City Fire Department shared crucial advice on firewood selection and fireplace safety to ensure families can enjoy their fireside time without incident. Their guidance is not just about keeping the cold at bay, but also about safeguarding against the dangers that come with an open flame.
The department’s post, accessible on their Facebook page, highlights the importance of using dry, seasoned firewood, which burns cleaner and poses a lower risk of chimney fires than its fresh-cut “green” counterpart. Emphasized within the post is the fact that hardwoods like oak, maple, ash, walnut, apple, and cherry not only burn hotter but also last longer. While birch, serving the task beautifully, ignites easily but burns quickly…