24/7 Emergency ServiceWays to Prevent a House Fire
1/26/2021 (Permalink)
House Fire- Tupelo, Mississippi
How to Prevent a Fire in Your Home
No one likes to think about the possibility of having a fire in their home. Fires can be devastating physically, emotionally, and financially. Fortunately, there are ways you can prevent the likelihood of a home fire. Here are four tips for preventing a fire in your home.
1. Install Smoke Alarms
Fire preparation begins with installing smoke alarms in every sleeping room of your home. You should also have smoke alarms placed in hallways, kitchens, and family rooms. Once you’ve ensured you have the right number of alarms, be sure to test them monthly and replace batteries annually.
2. Educate
Education is key to increasing the safety of your loved ones. Teach children the following fire safety basics:
- Stop, drop and roll
- Fire crawl
- Checking doors for heat
- Escape routes
- The location and sound of smoke alarms
- Emergency phone numbers
3. Create an Escape Plan
Everyone should create a fire escape plan. Creating a plan of action is one of the best fire preparation tips to keep your family safe. Draw a floor plan of your house and mark all possible exits, including doors and windows, in each room. Walkthrough your home and ensure that all exits are free from clutter and that children know how to open and safely exit each window.
4. Practice Your Plan
Once you have a plan in place, it’s wise to practice it. Choose at least two times a year to hold fire drills. These drills can either be planned or spontaneous. A good run-through of the plan will identify any areas that need to be adjusted or improved. Remember to emphasize that once you get outside, you should stay outside of the house. Never go back inside a home that is on fire.