Red Cross Urges Safety During Cold Winter Months
As temperatures drop, people start looking for creative ways to heat their homes – and we see a spike in house and apartment fires.
The following information is from the Red Cross: Winter is one of the busiest times of the year for American Red Cross disaster volunteers, and we want to make sure you’re safe during the cold months. As temperatures drop, people start looking for creative ways to heat their homes – and we see a spike in house and apartment fires. Alternative heat sources can carry greater risks than traditional methods, and can lead to a disastrous blaze. We want you to stay warm and safe. Below are suggestions to achieve both. Sixty-five percent of home fire deaths occur in homes without working smoke alarms. In the event of a fire, working smoke alarms and a practiced fire escape plan can save lives. For more fire safety tips, visit www.redcross.org…
