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Dad already knows you're his little superhero. Show him how much you love him & test those smoke & CO alarms together. Stay safe.
#happyfathersday #FireSafety
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Temperatures are rising. Don't forget fire safety this spring and summer.
An air conditioner draws a lot of energy. It needs to be plugged directly into a wall outlet just like a refrigerator, washer and other large appliances to prevent home fires.
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Motorists: Move Over for Emergency Responders!
When you see flashing lights on the side of the road—fire, police, EMS, tow trucks—slow down and move over.
It's the law, and it helps keep those who protect us safe while they work.
#MoveOverMI #ResponderSafety #MFIS #DriveSafe
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Practice #FireSafety away from home too. Choose a hotel or motel that is protected by fire sprinklers & smoke alarms. Always review the escape plan posted in your room & plan 2 ways out. Check out more tips from @usfire.
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#FireSafety doesn't take a vacation. Before you head out in your RV, complete your safety check & test your smoke & CO alarms. 👪
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This week’s safety theme is “Household Chemical Safety.” DYK that flammable or combustible liquids cause more than 51,000 home fires each year, resulting in 168 deaths, 1,029 injuries, & $644 million in property damage according to @NFPA#HouseholdChemicalSafety #FirePrevention
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Did you know fire extinguishers are easy to use? PASS it on, make sure your family knows the 4 simple steps. #FireSafety youtu.be/BLjoWjCrDqg?si=z_Sn…
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If your community is under threat of a wildfire:
☑️Know your community's local evacuation plan and route.
☑️Plan by practicing two ways out of your neighborhood.
☑️If you are told to evacuate, do so immediately.
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It's no joke, check the date. If your smoke alarm was manufactured before April 1, 2015 it needs to be replaced. #AprilFoolsDay
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This week’s fire safety theme is “Medical Oxygen Safety.” Medical oxygen adds a higher percentage of oxygen to the air a patient uses to breathe. Smoking materials is the leading heat source resulting in medical oxygen related fires, injuries, and deaths. #MedicalOxygenSafety
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When staying in a hotel, always review the escape plan posted in your room. Knowing the nearest exits and evacuation routes before an emergency happens can save valuable time when seconds matter. Stay aware, stay safe! 🔥🚪 #FireSafety #TravelSmart #KnowYourExits
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The #1 cause of dryer fires is a failure to clean them. Dryer lint is like tinder! If you use a dryer, be sure to clean the lint filter every time you use it and have the ductwork cleaned at least once a year. Keep boxes, aerosols, & other flammable items away from the appliance.
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Many areas of the country are experiencing critical fire weather with dry, windy conditions. Use the USFA wildfire apps to learn more about the danger in your area as well as what to do before, during and after a wildfire.
usfa.fema.gov/wui/outreach/
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Older adults have an increased risk of dying in a home fire. Fire sprinklers, properly installed & maintained smoke & CO alarms & customized 🔥 escape planning can help keep older family members safe. Learn more. Complete this #FireSafety checklist.
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This week’s theme is “Fire Safety for Children.” Children playing with fire is
dangerous and costly. Each year these fires cause hundreds and injuries, millions of dollars in
damage, and are most likely to kill young children under the age of 5.
#FirePrevention #FireSafetyTips
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#GameDay is fast approaching! Tell us what's on your #SuperBowl menu along with one tip on how you stay fire-safe in the kitchen.
We'll get it started with buffalo wings, and we wear short, close fitting or tightly rolled sleeves when cooking them.
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It's a fact: if your smoke alarm was manufactured before February 1, 2015, it needs to be replaced! Check the back of your alarm for the manufacture date.
#February
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Lithium-ion batteries can overheat, catch fire or explode if used incorrectly. Make sure you are charging devices on a hard surface like a desk, table, or counter. For more Lithium-ion battery safety tips: nfpa.org/lithiumionsafety #LithiumIonSafety #SafeEnergyStorage
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#DYK over 150 lives are lost annually due to carbon monoxide from furnaces/generators? Don't be a statistic, check your CO alarm today! For winter safety tips, check out nfpa.org/winterfreeze #CarbonMonoxideSafety #SilentKillerAwareness #COPrevention
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Do you have working #COalarms and know how often to test them? CO alarms should be tested at least once a month and replaced according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Get more CO safety tips here: nfpa.social/NVjR50Quako #carbonMonoxideAwareness #COSafety
























