Home fires are the most common type of emergency in the United States,
and can cause deaths, injuries See this and property loss within minutes of breaking
out. Home fires occur every day across the country but we can take action to
prepare. Prepare now to protect yourself, your loved ones and your home.
Cooking Safety
Cooking fires are the leading cause of home fires and home
fire injuries.
Stay in the kitchen and closely monitor your meal anytime you
are cooking. Keep an eye on what you fry!
Keep anything that can catch fire — oven mitts, utensils, food
packaging, towels or curtains — away from your stove.
Install and learn how to use a fire extinguisher. Contact your
local fire department for training.
If you have a small cooking fire:
On a stovetop, smother the flames by sliding a lid over the
pan and turning off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it
is completely cooled.
Heating Safety
Use caution around heating equipment such as space heaters
and fireplaces. Keep anything that could catch fire at least 3 feet
from the heat.
Electrical Safety
Use caution with electrical equipment.
Always plug appliances directly into wall outlets. Extension
cords are for short-term use.
Check power cords. Make sure they are not across doorways
or under carpets where they might get pinched or wear out.
Have all electrical work done by a certified electrician.
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