Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:55 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:55:33 GMT
The city has settled a lawsuit over more than $2 million in unpaid federal loans owed by the owners of Albany Heights. City attorney Nathan Davis announced that the city had accepted a deed and $110,000More >>
The city has settled a lawsuit over more than $2 million in unpaid federal loans owed by the owners of Albany Heights.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:52:29 GMT
An Albany man is trying to get his stolen property returned, after it was taken from his Cumberland Lane home Tuesday, and his camera got a partial look at the culprits. He said that two people brokeMore >>
An Albany man is trying to get his stolen property returned, after it was taken from his Cumberland Lane home Tuesday, and his camera got a partial look at the culprits.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:44 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:44:53 GMT
Animal shelters and organizations across Georgia are getting a boost from grants totaling $125,000. Department of Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black made the announcement Wednesday.More >>
Department of Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black made the announcement Wednesday that the Spay and Neuter grants will be split between 19 recipients as part of the Dog and Cat Sterilization Program.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:35 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:35:43 GMT
Just before 1:30 Wednesday morning, Officers from the Valdosta Police Department responded to a noise complaint at the Grove Apartment Complex at 2201 Baytree Road. They heard gunshots, and found AricMore >>
Just before 1:30 Wednesday morning, Officers from the Valdosta Police Department responded to a noise complaint at the Grove Apartment Complex at 2201 Baytree Road.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:28:09 GMT
Health officials are warning you to protect yourself from mosquitoes after a horse died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis in south Georgia. The first case of EEE in Georgia this year took the life ofMore >>
Health officials are warning you to protect yourself from mosquitoes after a horse died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis in south Georgia. More >>
January 20, 2003
Valdosta - A gas heater is believed to have sent a Valdosta home up in flames Sunday night. Luckily, firefighters contained the blaze, no one was injured and the home wasn't completely destroyed.
Home Depot employee James Smith says with the recent cold temperatures, gas heaters have been flying off the shelves. But if the proper safety measures aren't taken, they can be deadly.
"People let dust collect on them, furniture could be too close to the heater, or a child could lay a toy down beside it and catch on fire," said Smith. "There are a number of things could cause danger."
The most important precaution you should take is making sure smoke detectors are properly installed. A few maintenance tips can also help.
"Keep the heater clean, make sure nothing is lying around it, and make sure you don't smell gas or any unusual smells from the heater," said Smith.
You should also never leave your heater on when you're away from home. Smith says gas heaters are not dangerous, but improper use creates the hazard. But following the proper safety tips will help keep your home out of harm's way.
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