“As the threat of home fires increases with colder temperatures, Fire Prevention Week serves as an important reminder to prepare now,” said Guy Triano, Regional CEO for the American Red Cross of Southeastern Pennsylvania. where home fire responses are 30% higher during cold months than warmer times of year.
These crises account for most of the 60,000-plus disasters that the Red Cross responds to each year across the U.S. Two minutes is the amount of time that fire experts say you may have to safely escape a home fire before it’s too late. This Fire Prevention Week (October 9-15), the American Red Cross of Southeastern Pennsylvania urges everyone to practice their two-minute home fire escape plan and test their smoke alarms to stay safe from the nation’s most frequent disaster. Graphic Two minutes is all your might have to escape a home fire. Fire Prevention Week: Two minutes may be all you have to escape a home fire You can also download the FREE Red Cross Emergency app to your smartphone or tablet for safety tips on-the-go (just search for “American Red Cross” in the app store). Visit the Red Cross website to learn how to make an escape plan with your family and access additional resources. We know that every minute counts, we invite you to explore safety topics to keep you, your family, your pets and property safe: Following safety guidelines when it comes to smoking materials.Developing and practicing your escape plan.In addition to fire tips, you can develop smart habits by: Never go back inside for anything or anyone. If a fire occurs in your home, GET OUT, STAY OUT and CALL FOR HELP.Talk with all family members about a fire escape plan and practice the plan twice a year.
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