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In case of fire, the most important thing to do is
"get out and stay out!" Call 911 from a neighbor's house. |
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Have smoke detectors in every bedroom and in the
hallway areas outside each bedroom. |
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Check smoke detectors monthly by pushing the test button. |
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Replace smoke detector batteries if you have not done so in
the past year. |
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Develop and practice a home fire escape plan. |
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Maintain a minimum 3-foot clearance around heat producing
appliances or anything with a pilot light, such as water
heaters and furnaces. |
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Have a minimum 5-lb. dry chemical fire extinguisher with a
rating of at least 2A-40BC. |
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Store flammable liquids such as gasoline, paint thinner,
oil-based paints and propane tanks outside your home in a
shed or detached garage. Never
store flammable liquids or propane containers of any kind in the same room, garage or
closet with a furnace or water heater. |
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Check all plugs and electrical cords to lamps, appliances
and computers and make sure they are not worn or damaged. If
cords are even slightly damaged, have a qualified
repairperson replace the cord or plug. Never run
cords beneath carpets or pads. |
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Carefully check electric blankets for wear and replace them
every 5 years. Consider not using them at all. |
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Keep all cooking appliances such as stoves, ovens and
microwaves clean and free of grease accumulations. |
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If you ever use your fireplace, have it professionally
checked and cleaned annually. |
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Keep your roof clear of any accumulations of leaves or pine
needles. Keep a 30-foot area around your home free of dry,
flammable vegetation. |
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Keep a screen or spark arresting device on your chimney. |
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Use outdoor cooking grills with caution. Never
use gasoline to start the fire and don't add charcoal lighter once the fire has started. |
