Fire Prevention Week 2023

10/11/2023 (Permalink)

Fire Prevention Week landed on October 8-14th this year. According to the National Fire Protection Association, this year’s campaign “works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe when cooking.” This year focuses on cooking fires because they are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries. A majority of these fires occur due to unattended cooking.
SERVPRO® knows the effects that fires can have on a property as a whole. From soot traveling through the HVAC system to ceilings being destroyed by flames, fires can be detrimental to a structure. Fortunately, SERVPRO specializes in fire damage restoration and can help make any disaster seem “Like it never even happened.” Below are some safety tips to adhere to when using kitchen appliances:
1. Unplug all appliances when not in use and make sure the cords are never damaged.
2. Keep oven mitts, towels, packaging, etc... away from the hot stove top.
3. If there is a fire in the oven, turn off the heat and keep the door closed.
4. If using an air fryer, give it space to vent and have airflow.