Rising annoyance over backyard fire pits in Minneapolis and other cities is bringing renewed attention to wood smoke’s contributions to air pollution, especially in urban areas.

Oak is easily the best wood to use in a fire pit and there are several reasons for this. Lumber expert Leroy Hite told me: 'High-quality kiln dried oak is the classic choice for a dense, durable ...

For a more interactive deep-dive into fire-rated assemblies in wood-frame construction, watch APA’s free on-demand webinar, Fire-Rated Systems in Wood Construction. AIA and ICC CEUs are available to ...

Air quality officials in Southern California announced the first no-burn day of the 2024-25 season Friday as the Mountain fire burns. Mountain fire fouls the air, forcing a wood-burning ban - Los ...

Research engineers say there are no fire-proof homes, but a few simple actions can help your home resist wildfire. To stream 9NEWS on your phone, you need the 9NEWS app. Download the 9NEWS app ...