What you should know

Fire is the third leading cause of deaths in North America. Becoming proactive about fire safety issues and some common sense can reduce your risk of exposure to a fire.

Knowing the alarm signal -from your home smoke alarm or a building fire alarm is critical. How can you possible know when there is an emergency condition if you do not know the alarm signal?

Know your escape route. You must have at least two methods of exiting your home or building. Security bars installed on basement windows are a potential life threatening hazard.

Here are some basic procedures to follow when you hear an alarm or discover a fire.

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