Did you know that in 2002, a fire department responded to a fire somewhere in the U.S. every 19 seconds? (Source: "Fire Loss in the United States during 2002," NFPA) This can be severely devastating for those involved because it means a loss of unique and precious items.
Through simple precautions, many of these fires are preventable:
- Stay in the kitchen while cooking.
- Keep portable and other space heaters at least three feet away from things that can burn.
- Keep matches and lighters out of sight and out of reach of children.
- Keep smoke alarms clean (vacuum to remove dust and never paint over smoke alarms) and test regularly.
- Store flammable chemicals safely and out of the living area.
- Have working, portable fire extinguishers in or near the kitchen, laundry room, workshop, fireplace and anywhere fire could be a danger.
- Do not use light bulb wattage that is too high for the fixture.
- If a circuit breaker trips or a fuse blows often, immediately cut down on the number of appliances on that line.
- Do not use extension cords with electrical space heaters.
- Strike your match before turning on the gas in a fireplace.
- Have your chimney inspected by a professional prior to the start of every heating season.
- Draw and practice a fire escape plan.
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