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<\/p>\nFire is one of the most common disasters. Fire causes more deaths than any other type of disaster. But fire doesn’t have to be deadly if you have early warning from a smoke detector and everyone in your family knows how to escape calmly. Please be serious about the responsibility of planning for and practicing what to do in case of a fire.<\/p>\n
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Make your home fire safe<\/strong> Plan your escape routes<\/strong>
\n\u25cf Smoke detectors save lives. Install a battery-powered smoke detector outside each sleeping area and on each additional level of your home.
\n\u25cf Use the test button to check each smoke detector once a month. When necessary, replace batteries immediately. Replace batteries at least once a year.
\n\u25cf Have a working fire extinguisher in the kitchen. Get training from the fire department in how to use it.<\/p>\n
\n\u25cf Determine at least two ways to escape from every room of your home.
\n\u25cf If you must use an escape ladder, be sure everyone knows how to use it.
\n\u25cf Select a location outside your home where everyone would meet after escaping
\n\u25cf Practice your escape plan at least twice a year.
\n\u25cf Once you are out, stay out!<\/p>\n
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