FIRES
Did you know?
• Fires rank fifth among causes of unintentional injuries.
• Residential fires are most commonly caused by careless use of cigarettes.
• Drinking alcohol is the strongest independent risk factor for death after the outbreak of a fire.
What can you do to protect your family?
• Install smoke detectors on each level of the home and outside each bedroom.
• Change the batteries in your smoke detectors every spring and fall when you change your clocks.
• Plan and practice two escape routes from every room in your home.
• Teach children: "Don't hide; go outside!" and "Never go back in the house!"
• Smoke outside and don't drink too much alcohol.
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