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Monday, December 15, 2025

Soraya McLaughlin

Soraya McLaughlin is the Naperville Fire Department Community Education Specialist. Contact her via email at mclaughlins@naperville.il.us.

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Celebrate Safely From Start To Finish

The holiday season is filled with gatherings, decorating and traditions that bring comfort and joy. But it’s also a time when fire risks increase...

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Safety Tips for Cooking

The Naperville Fire Department shares essential kitchen fire safety tips. Learn how to prevent cooking fires, protect your family, and stay safe during holiday meal prep.

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Be Safe at Home

Discover simple habits to keep your home fire-safe. Learn essential tips on smoke alarms, escape plans, kitchen safety, and more to protect your family and ensure your home stays fire-safe all year round.

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Be Ready: The Importance of Emergency Preparedness

Emergencies don’t wait for a convenient time. Whether it’s a storm, power outage, fire or medical emergency, being prepared helps you and your family...

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Save September 27 for Public Safety Open House

Above / Rain or shine, the Public Safety Open House welcomes families to learn about preparedness with members of the Naperville Police and Fire...

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Staying Safe Outdoors This Summer

Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors – whether it’s hiking, swimming, barbecuing, or just relaxing in the sun. But with the fun comes a few risks. Staying safe during summer activities means being prepared and paying attention to your surroundings.

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Fire Safety and the Hidden Danger of Oily Rags

When it comes to fire safety, many people think about smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and escape plans. However, one often overlooked but serious fire...

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Staying Safe During Severe Weather: Essential Tips

It’s that time of the year – time for severe weather. How prepared are you? We live in a state with unpredictable weather. People don’t...

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Hoarding and First Responders

Do you have a person in your life who may be a hoarder? Hoarding is a condition where a person has persistent difficulty discarding personal possessions. The large number of possessions fill the home and prevent the normal use of the space. Living space becomes cluttered. It may be unusable. Hoarding brings distress and emotional health concerns.

Fire Prevention 24-7 – Helpful Hints for Spring

Melted snow, budding trees, longer days: they’re all signs that the warmer months are fast-approaching. And for many of us, these seasonal hallmarks are reminders to start spring cleaning in and around our homes.