When it comes to protecting your home or workplace from the risks of fire, one of the easiest ways to enhance safety without sacrificing style is by installing flame retardant curtains.

As California battles devastating wildfires, Phos-Chek, a hot-pink aerial fire suppressant, plays a crucial role in protecting communities. But what is it made of, and is it safe for the environment?

Besides Cal Fire, multiple agencies have dropped fire retardant and water, including the U.S. Forest Service, the Los Angeles and Ventura county fire departments, the city and the National Guard.

Besides Cal Fire, multiple agencies have dropped fire retardant and water, including the U.S. Forest Service, the Los Angeles and Ventura county fire departments, the city and the National Guard.

But what is in them and are they safe? FILE - A vehicle is covered in fire retardant while crews battle the Palisades Fire in Mandeville Canyon on Jan. 11, 2025, in Los Angeles. The fires are ...

Fire retardants help suppress wildfires by slowing the rate at which flames can spread. First, the flame retardant powder is mixed with water to create a foam or slurry that is easy to spread ...

Firefighters say they stopped the progress of the Kenneth fire as Los Angeles struggles with five blazes burning into a third night. Video credit: Ventura County Fire Department Winds set to ...