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Make sure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in your home.
Have at least one ABC rated fire extinguisher in your home.
Have a home emergency plan and practice it with your family.
Address numbers should be visible so emergency can responders can easily locate your home. 4” contrasting colored numbers are required.
Exercise safe cooking practices in the kitchen to prevent kitchen fires and burn injuries.
Keep the home clear of combustible debris such as cardboard boxes, rags, paper products, flammable liquids etc.
Ensure that fireplace and wood stove are well maintained, inspected and cleaned annually.
Ensure that heat producing appliances such as furnaces, dryers and water heaters are cleaned and maintained.
Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
Store flammable materials away from heat sources.
Use extension cords and appliances appropriately.
Do not overload electrical circuits.
In the event of an emergency, always dial 911.
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