Many hallmarks of the holiday season, including Christmas trees, holiday decorations, and festive meals, present potential fire hazards that contribute to an annual increase in U.S. home fires at this time of year. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Christmas Day and Christmas Eve are among the leading days of the year for home fires.

Planning for the 2024 Eclipse has begun in Allen County. On Wednesday, multiple Allen County Agencies attended a virtual conference regarding the solar eclipse event that will take place in April of 2024.