Indiana

National Fire Prevention Week Oct. 7-13

It’s National Fire Prevention Week. While fire safety is important year around, this week is a good reminder to look around your home and make sure you’ve taken steps to remove potential fire hazards. State Farm reminds homeowners to test smoke detectors and know how to use a fire extinguisher. Here are some additional tips to help protect your family:

• Avoid the sun. Flammable products such as paint thinner and lacquer can be ignited by heat sources around your home – even by sunlight streaming through a window. Always keep flammable products in a cool, dark place and in their original containers.
• Control candles. Keep lit candles away from materials that could easily catch fire, such as curtains. Never light candles when you're feeling drowsy – accidentally falling asleep plays a role in 12 percent of all candle fires. Opt for battery-operated candles if you want a little bedtime glow.
• Enjoy your fireplace safely. The National Fire Protection Association recommends making sure your fireplace has a sturdy screen to prevent sparks from flying into the room. Also, allow fireplace and wood/pellet/coal stove ashes to cool before disposing in a metal container.

For additional tips visit Learning Center on statefarm.com

http://learningcenter.statefarm.com/residence/safety-1/kitchen-fire-safety/
http://learningcenter.statefarm.com/safety-2/work/fire-prevention-for-your-business/
http://learningcenter.statefarm.com/residence/safety-1/burning-down-the-house/