Be Prepared. Every Second Counts! - Part 1 | SERVPRO of East Greenville County

5/13/2020 (Permalink)

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Did you know that a house fire can become life-threatening in just two minutes?  In five minutes, a home can be completely engulfed in flames.  House fires are the most common disaster in the United States with more than 88,000 fires occurring each year.  Most house fires occur between the late fall and winter, especially December and January, when furnaces, space heaters and fireplaces introduce a greater risk in the home.  Still, many fires occur during the summer months due to fireworks and outdoor grilling so it’s imperative to know and understand common causes of house fires and how to prevent them.

Make sure your smoke detectors work

There should be at least one smoke detector on every floor of your house in an area that can be heard from every room.  Smoke detectors should be inspected regularly to make sure they are in good working order.  Have an escape plan ready that your entire household can practice in case of an emergency.  There should be two possible exits from every room and these paths should be free and clear of as much clutter as possible.

Don’t take chances, take precautions. Stay tuned for this blog series to learn how you can proactively protect your home and loved ones from fires. Every second counts! 

Be on the lookout for more fire safety tips throughout the year! 

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