They look nice and smell good, but candles have become a serious nationwide problem. While fires from other causes have dropped over the past decade, the number of candle fires continues to rise, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Property damage is enormous, and in one recent year, 60 people died as a result of fires caused by candles. At one time, the … [Read more...]
Fire Prevention – What to do in October
At home There are special weeks during the year that call to you to take important steps to protect yourself. During Fire Prevention Week, we urge you to: * Replace the batteries on your smoke alarms. Replace any smoke detectors that are 10 years old. * Review your EDITH plan. Exit Drills for The Home could save a life. 1. Draw a floor plan of your home showing two ways out … [Read more...]