Fire Prevention in West Chester

11/1/2019 (Permalink)

The U.S. Fire Administration reports that a small flame can turn into a major fire in just 30 seconds. Flames and smoke can fill the house in just a few minutes. SERVPRO of West Chester will help you recover from fire damage. We hope you never need that kind of help.

The best fire control is fire prevention.

• SERVPRO of West Chester offers these Tips for Fire Prevention: 
  Items that can catch fire include: dish towels, oven mitts, paper, curtains, wooden spoons, decorations
  Heat sources include: light bulbs, fireplaces, stove tops, furnaces, candles, or electric heaters.
  Keep items that can catch fire at least 3 feet away from heat sources
  Keep kids at least 3 feet away from heat sources
  Turn off heat sources when you leave the home or go to bed
  Never use the oven as a heater
  Have the fireplace chimney inspected & cleaned once a year

SERVPRO of West Chester suggests you keep one or more fire extinguishers available.

Remember fire is fast. If there is a fire, leave and bring everyone with you. Call 9-1-1 from outside the home.

Links:
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/