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 What You Can Do To Prevent And Survive Home Fires:

SMOKE DETECTORS

- Install smoke detectors on every level of your home, near bedrooms, in the garage and away from air vents. Test the batteries monthly and replace them at least once each year.

PORTABLE HEATERS

- Keep blankets, clothing, curtains, furniture and anything else that could get hot and catch fire, away from portable heaters. Plug heaters directly into the wall socket and unplug them when they are not in use.

SAFE COOKING PRACTICES

- Keep items away from the stove that could catch fire, such as towels, clothing and curtains.
- Keep a fire extinguisher in the kitchen and know how and when to use it.

ELECTRICITY

- Use safety plugs in electrical outlets, especially if you have small children.
- Avoid overloading electrical outlets and running cords under carpets and furniture.

SAFE SMOKING HABITS

- Never smoke in bed
- Keep matches and lighters away from children

FIRE ESCAPE DRILLS

- Plan and practice a fire escape route from every room.
- Use a chain ladder to escape from upper levels and practice using it.
- Teach children not to hide from firefighters.
- Identify a place outside to meet in case of fire.
- Know how to call for emergency assistance (Warren County call 911)

USING YOUR ESCAPE PLAN

- Crawl low, under the smoke and keep your mouth covered.
- Feel closed doors with the back of your hand. If hot, use another exit. If not hot, open the door slowly and check for smoke and fire.
- Meet at the designated meeting place outside, then call for help.

NEVER RETURN TO A BURNING BUILDING!

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