Fire Prevention Week
10/12/2020 (Permalink)
National Fire Prevention Week started because of the Chicago Fire of 8171. It caused great damage to the city. The History Channel states that this fire killed 300 people and destroyed more than 17,000 buildings. It is thought that a cow tipping over a lantern in a barn, started it, but the answer is still unknown as to its true source.
The National Fire Protection Association's 3 L's:
“LOOK” for places that fires could start. Identify potential fire hazards and eliminate them.
“LISTEN” for the smoke alarm. You have very few minutes to escape safely once a smoke alarm goes off.
“LEARN” the two ways out of every room. Make sure the doors and windows in your home open easily and are hazard-free.
In a fire, seconds can make a safe escape or a tragedy. That is why all members of your household should have a plan and know how to stay safe in case of fire. Follow these safety tips on escape planning by the NFPA.
Call SERVPRO of Tarzana/Reseda in the unfortunate event of fire damage at 818-881-3636.