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6/16/2023 (Permalink)
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Your home should be your sanctuary—a place of comfort and peace, but also a place of joy and entertainment. The place where you watch your kids grow and chase your four-legged friends around the yard.
When something means so much to you, safety has to be one of your top priorities. We don’t want to anticipate disasters, but we have to consider the possibilities so we can prepare for them.
Fire disasters at home can be completely devastating. Even a small fire can cause widespread smoke damage, leaving behind stains and odors in rooms that weren’t even near the flames.
The good news is that most house fires are preventable. When you make fire safety a priority in your home, you can stay prepared and never lose a minute of joy.
Fire safety inside the home should begin with installing smoke detectors on every level and near every sleeping area. These detectors should be tested regularly.
Choose a time when everyone is at home so even the youngest members of your family will know what they sound like. Change your smoke detectors at least every 10 years, or according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
Be electrical-smart about fire safety in your home by never overloading electrical outlets. If the wiring looks like an octopus, there are too many things plugged in. Two out of every five fires are thought to be started by electrical malfunction, with appliances, devices with a heating element and extension cords being some of the most likely culprits.
Cook wisely in the kitchen, and never leave food unattended. It might be tempting to toss dinner in the slow cooker and head out for the day, but it is best to operate any countertop appliance only while you are home so that you can keep a close eye on both the electrical components and the food while it cooks.
Create a family fire safety plan, and practice it often. Make sure information is presented to young children in ways that will not frighten them. Post your escape routes somewhere in your home where everyone can see them, and visit your designated safe spot outside of your home to familiarize your children with the area.
Most of us have living space that extends into some kind of outdoor area, allowing us to enjoy time in nature without having to travel far. Fire pits and grills can be a great way to make the most of your time outside and offer a great way to entertain, but they also come with fire risks.
Any item that has an open flame should be a safe distance from any structures, loose limbs or other debris. Material designated for the equipment, such as charcoal, propane or pretreated wood, should be the only items used to both start and maintain fires. Roaring bonfires might sound intriguing, but squirting that lighter fluid on your fire pit can leave your backyard charred, start a house fire or even spread to other outdoor areas.
Always check burn requirements and burn bans before lighting any flames outdoors, and if the winds are high, skip them altogether. Your home should be your safe place. Keep it that way by playing fire-safe, indoors and outdoors.
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