Fire Prevention Part 2

6/18/2021 (Permalink)

While in the thick of the storm season we are thinking about rain and cleaning out our gutters and swells but we also need to think about this inside of our home and preventing fires there as well. Here is the second half of the list with 5 measures you should be taking annually. 

6.Maintain all cords 

We have all see the mess of cords plugged in and tangled together and not well organized. This is a huge fire hazard that should be corrected and maintained immediately. 

7. Properly Store flammable products 

These products range from hair spray to chemicals we use for cleaning. Make sure to keep these is a cool dry place to prevent a fire. In Florida one of those places does not include to garage because of how hot it gets in there. 

8. Be cautious with candles 

Never walk away from a lit candle. If a spark or flame jumps it can quickly turn disastrous. You should also be trimming the wicks before every use. 

9. Be careful with your fireplace 

In Florida there are very few fireplaces but some home do still have them. Make sure to properly maintain them and have the stack cleaned regularly. 

10. Keep fire extinguishers around 

You should have several fire extinguishers in your home available quickly for anything that might happen at a moments notice. It is also important to make sure they are not expired. 

Thanks for tuning into part 2!