Did you know that 80% of fires start in the kitchen? Here's a way to avoid one from happening.
The timing is critical as temperatures begin to drop and many residents are firing up their furnaces and fireplaces.
The National Fire Protection Association reported a house fire happened every 93 seconds across the U.S. last year.A home fire injury occurred every 47 minutes, according to the NFPA.The theme is"Fire Won't Wait, Plan Your Escape."According to City of Parma Fire Department Public Information Officer T.J. Martin, today's homes burn faster than ever and in most cases, victims have less than two minutes to escape to safety.
He says everyone should test their smoke alarms, replace batteries, and prep an escape bag with essential items that can easily be grabbed in case of an emergency. Parma residents can get a free smoke detector by contacting the Parma Fire Department at 440-885-8160.
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