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Apartment Fire Safety
People living in an apartment building need to think ahead and be prepared in the event of a fire. It is important to know the fire safety featur…
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Arson Awareness and Prevention
During 2007-2011, an estimated 282,600 intentional fires were reported to U.S. fire departments each year, with associated annual losses of 420 c…
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Burn Prevention
Most “fire-related injuries” are burns. In fact, approximately every 60 seconds someone in the U.S. sustains a burn injury serious enough to requ…
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Campus Fire Safety
Going to college is an exciting time for students and their parents. Living in a new “home away from home” not only gives young adults more freed…
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Candle Fire Safety
From 2009-2013, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated 9,300 home structure fires that were started by candles. These fires caused 86 de…
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Carbon Monoxide Safety
Although the popularity of carbon monoxide (CO) alarms has been growing in recent years, it cannot be assumed that everyone is familiar with the …
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Children and Fire Safety
When it comes to children, safety should be a priority, and fire safety is no exception. Here is everything you need to know about children and f…
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Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Learn how cleaning, maintenance and safe dryer use can help prevent a fire in your laundry area.…
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Cooking Fire Safety
Make safety part of every meal. Explore practical ways to prevent kitchen fires and learn what to do if a cooking fire starts.…
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Electrical Fire Safety
Electricity helps make our lives easier, but there are times when we take its power, and its potential for fire-related hazards, for granted.…
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Fire Extinguisher Safety
Learn when a portable fire extinguisher may be appropriate, when to leave, and how the PASS method works. Review the safety checklist before atte…
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Fire Safety for Older Adults
Knowing what to do in the event of a fire is particularly important for older adults. At age 65, people are twice as likely to be killed or injur…
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Fire Safety for People with Disabilities
More than 43 million Americans have a disability. The identity of the group of Americans with disabilities is constantly changing — at any moment…
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Garage and Basement Fire Safety
Garage and basement fires can spread farther and cause more injuries and dollar loss than fires that start in other areas of your home. Here is e…
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Holiday Fire Safety
Christmas trees account for hundreds of fires each year. Typically, shorts in electrical lights or open flames from candles, lighters, or matches…
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Home Fire Escape Planning
Your ability to get out depends on advance warning from smoke alarms and advance planning. Fire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you…
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Home Fire Recovery
A fire in a home can cause serious damage. The building and many of the things in your home may have been badly damaged by flames, heat, smoke, a…
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Home Fire Sprinklers
Because fire sprinklers react so quickly, they can dramatically reduce the heat, flames, and smoke produced in a fire. Properly installed and mai…
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Home Hazardous Materials
It is important for people to know the steps they can take to keep themselves and their families safe from accidents related to home hazardous ma…
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Severe Weather and Fire Safety
The majority of the U.S. is at risk for severe weather, which can cause dangerous and sometimes life-threatening conditions. Snowstorms, extreme …
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Smoke Alarm Safety
Working smoke alarms provide early warning of a fire. Learn where alarms belong, how to test them, and when to replace them.…
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Smoking Fire Safety
Smoking materials, including cigarettes, pipes, and cigars, started an estimated 17,200 home structure fires reported to U.S. fire departments in…
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Summer Fire Safety
Summer is a time for fun, but it is important to make sure you and your family are being cautious when using fireworks, grills, and other potenti…
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Thanksgiving Fire Safety
For most, the kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during the holidays. So keeping fire safety top of mind in the kitchen during this joy…
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Travel Fire Safety
Take a few minutes to plan for fire safety wherever you stay. Know the exits, review your escape route and learn what to do if a hotel fire alarm…
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Wildfire and Outdoor Fire Safety
Prepare your home and family for outdoor fire risks. Review wildfire planning, vegetation management and safe practices around outdoor fires.…
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Winter Fire Safety
Keep fire prevention part of your winter routine. Review safe heating practices, fireplace precautions and the steps you can take to protect your…
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