Fire Prevention Week was started after two devastating fires broke out in Chicago and Wisconsin both on October 8th, 1871. Both fires left a substantial amount of damaged to homes, land, and buildings. These events forced firefighters and officials to rethink their ways about fire safety. After the 40th anniversary, the Fire Marshals Association of North America, came to the conclusion, that they should be advising the public about the prevention of fire. Since then, there has been a different theme each year to inform communities on how to avoid different types of fire.
Some of the top causes of house fires are:
- cooking equipment
- heating equipment
- careless smoking
- candles
- Christmas decorations
- faulty wiring
- and more
Here are some fire safety tips:
- Making sure you have working smoke alarms on every level of your home and that you are testing them monthly.
- Keeping matches and lighters out of reach of children. It is also important to teach children that they are not toys.
- Don’t leave a hot oven or stove unattended.
- Make a plan in the event of the fire and that everyone knows how to follow it.
Peniel Environmental Solutions offers 24/7 rapid response services because we know how important time is when it comes to a house fire. Our professional team provides a full post fire clean-up in Wilton, Manchester, Keene, and surrounding New Hampshire towns. We are trained to make this process as smooth and stress free as possible.
If your home has been damaged by a fire, contact us today for our affordable prices and services.
1-603-541-7979
By Email: ecook@penielenv.com
Mailing Address: 1032 Mason Road, Wilton, NH 03086