Rex Nichols | Protect Yourself from Home Fires

Protect Yourself from Home Fires - chapter 1

Posted Monday, December 14, 2009

Fires cause an estimated 3,500 deaths and nearly $4 billion in property damage in the United States. By taking a few precautions, you can prevent your home and family from a devastating blaze.

Home heater safety

-Keep flammables, such as drapes and furniture, away from space and portable heaters.

-Hire a certified chimney sweep to regularly clean and inspect the chimney.

-Inspect heating equipment regularly for proper design, installation and operation.

-Follow manufacturer instructions when installing and filling liquid and gas-fueled heaters.

-Never leave auxiliary heating equipment unattended.