THEY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBLITY
When it comes to children, safety should be a priority and when it comes to fire safety, it is no exception.
Here are some things you need to know about children and fire safety!
Kids and Fire Safety- Facts and Stats
- In 2021, 308 children between 0-14 years old died from fire related injuries.
- Ninety percent of all fire-related deaths are due to home fires.
- Home fires can spread rapidly and leave families as little as two minutes to escape after an alarm sounds.
- Children under 5 years of age are at the greatest risk from home fire death and injury; their death rate is nearly twice the national average.
Fire Safety and Children- Helpful Hints
Keep Children Safe from Fire and Burns:
Some children are curious about fire. There are simple steps you can make to keep you and the people you love safer from fires and burns.
- Fires burn fast and hot, and smoke can make a room very dark.
- Stay low and get to your exit if you smell or see smoke or if your smoke alarm sounds.
- If you get burned, put the burn under cool water for 3 to 5 minutes. Tell an adult right away about your burn.
- You should know 2 ways out of every room and 2 ways out of your house.
- Stay outside. Don't go back inside for anything.
- Before you open a door, feel it. If it is hot, use your other exit.
- Never touch matches, lighters or candles. If you find matches or lighters, tell an adult.
Quick Tips to Share
Spread the word by sharing these graphics with your family and friends! We encourage you to print these and also share on social media.
Information provided by the U.S. Fire Administration and Pool Safely.
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/home-fires/at-risk-audiences/children/
Click the link below to download the “Let’s Have Fun With Fire Safety” activity book.
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/lets_have_fun_with_fire_safety.pdf
