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The good news: Deaths from home fires in the U.S. have trended downward since the 1970s, according to Injury Facts , but even one death from a preventable fire is too many. While fire doesn't discriminate by age, it is the third leading cause of death for children 1 to 14. When cooking, make fire safety a priority by keeping these tipsin mind: ● Be...
About three out of five fire deathshappen in homes without working smoke alarms. Smoke alarms are a key part of a home fire escape plan providing early warning to reduce your risk of dying in a fire. The National Fire Protection Association recommends you: ● Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping area...
One home structure fire is reported every 88 seconds, according to Injury Facts. Once the smoke alarm sounds, a fire can spread quickly, leaving only a minute or two to escape. That's why it's so important to have a home escape plan. Start by drawing a map for your home and follow these guidelines: ● Plan two ways to escape from each room ● Make su...
Everyone – including children – need to know your family escape plan. The National Fire Protection Association indicates 71% of Americans have a home fire escape plan but only 47% have practiced it. Practice your fire drill with everyone in the house at night and during the day, twice a year. Remember to: ● Practice getting out with eyes closed, cr...
Always put your safety first; if you are not confident in your ability to use a fire extinguisher, get out and call 9-1-1. The American Red Crosscautions you to evaluate the situation and ensure: ● Everyone has left or is leaving the home ● The fire department has been called ● The fire is small, not spreading, and there is not much smoke ● Your ba...
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2 days ago · Always check for local fire restrictions before starting any outdoor activity. If fire bans are in place, respect them. By staying vigilant and making responsible choices, we can all help protect our communities and preserve our beautiful landscapes from devastating wildfires.
