Fire Prevention Awareness Tips

October is Fire Safety Awareness Month. There is peace of mind that comes from knowing what you and your family can do to prevent or escape a fire during an emergency. Protect what matters to you the most by being aware of these fire preparation and prevention tips. Contact your local fire department for more fire safety tips.
1. Install a smoke and carbon monoxide alarm on ceiling on every level of the house and in every room used for sleeping.
2. If your child invites friends to spend the night, it’s important to review fire safety procedures.
3. Never use candles in bedrooms.
4. Keep lamps free of flammable materials.
5. Don’t run electrical cords under rugs.
6. Don’t overload electrical outlets with cords from too many appliances.
7. Keep flammable materials away from space heaters.
8. Keep a multipurpose fire extinguisher in a place where it is easy to access.
9. Maintain a three-foot “kid-free” and “pet-free” zone around the kitchen stove, as well as, fireplace, wood stove, and space heaters.
10. Clean dryer filter after every load.
These tips are a guideline for keeping your family safe. Having a plan in place for fire prevention and fire escape will prepare your family in case there is an emergency. Do a walk-through your home and look for potential fire hazards in each room. Make the whole family aware of fire prevention actions and keep your family safe from fire hazards.