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Fire Prevention Tips

There are several different types of hazards commonly found in homes that can add to the probability of a fire occurring.  As a homeowner you can reduce the chances of fire in your home by becoming aware of these potential hazards and taking steps to reduce or eliminate them, as well as installing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.  Common hazards in the home include:

Smoke Detectors  - Important Information click here
Kitchen / Cooking Housekeeping & Outdoor Hazards
Electrical Hazards Smoking Materials & Hazards
Heating Hazards Flammable Liquids
Fact Sheets  
Senior Citizen Fact Sheets #1 Senior Citizen Fact Sheet #2
Special Needs Fact Sheet Visually Impaired Fact Sheet
Deaf or Hard of Hearing Fact Sheet High Rise Fire Safety Fact Sheet
Children's Fact Sheets People With Disabilities Fact Sheet