Did you know that if a fire starts in your home...
you may have as little as two minutes to escape?
During a fire, early warning from a working smoke alarm plus a fire escape plan that has been practiced regularly can save lives. Learn what else to do to keep your loved ones safe!
you may have as little as two minutes to escape?
During a fire, early warning from a working smoke alarm plus a fire escape plan that has been practiced regularly can save lives. Learn what else to do to keep your loved ones safe!
Smoke Alarms and Escape Planning
Prevent Your Pets from Starting Fires
The National Fire Protection Association estimates that nearly 1,000 home fires each year are accidentally started by the homeowners' pets. The American Kennel Club provides the following tips:
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10 Tips For Fire Safety
Crawl low under smoke to your exit If you have to escape a fire through smoke, crawl low, keeping your head 12 to 24 inches above the floor, where the air is cleaner. Plan your escape Make a home escape plan and hold regular fire drills so everyone in your household knows what to do in an emergency. When escaping a fire, feel the cracks around doors with the back of your hand before opening them. If they are warm, try another escape route. Install smoke detectors Install smoke alarms on every floor of your home, inside and outside the bedrooms. Test them once a month, and replace your batteries twice a year. Be careful with smoking materials Never smoke in bed or when you're drowsy or have been drinking or taking medications. Use electrical safely Replace damaged electrical cords and repair appliances the smell, smoke, or overheat. Cook Safely Never leave cooking unattended, and keep cooking areas clean and uncluttered. Space heaters need space Keep portable and space heaters at least three feet from anything that could possibly burn or ignite. Keep matches and lighters out of sight Keep matches and lighters away from children. Store them up high in a locked cabinet. Have a home fire extinguisher available Keep an ABC type of fire extinguisher in your home. Make sure that the unit is charged. Common places to keep an extinguisher are the kitchen, the garage, and the basement. Stop, drop, and roll if your clothes catch fire If your clothing catches fire, STOP - DO NOT RUN. Drop to the ground. Roll over and over to smother the flames. Help Firefighters Help Your Pets
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