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Every year, October is recognized as National Fire Prevention Month. The purpose of this month is to increase awareness of home fire prevention. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, every 23 seconds, a fire department in the United States responds to a fire somewhere in the nation. Along with this, unattended cooking is the number 1 cause of home fires. National Fire Prevention Month is important because it is a time to focus on education and preparedness to prevent house fires.
During National Fire Prevention Month, it is important to devise a plan in case of a fire. The National Fire Prevention Association reports that only 43% of homeowners have an escape plan. The American Red Cross provides the following tips to create an effective safety plan. Read the full article.
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