It might surprise people in Texas to know that across the U.S, December, January, and February are the top months for home fire deaths, according to the national Fire Protection Association.
During summer months, firefighters are busy with active fires as visitors swell the population and start negligent fires across the state. However, during these cold months, firefighters answer more service calls involving smoke in buildings or sparkling outlets.
Why the increase of house fires during the winter?
A big factor that comes into play is defective heating equipment. When you think of Texas, heating equipment might not be the first thing that comes into your mind, especially if you’re a new resident. Heaters can give off poisonous gas, overheat, and sometimes spark.
Public service announcements have made awareness a little more attainable. One such note has been to keep combustibles three feet away from sources like space heaters, appliances, fire places, and candles, all of which we use during the winter time.
Just last week on Christmas, a mobile home in South Carolina was completely destroyed due to a little spark from a toaster. This can easily be prevented if you educate yourself on fire safety.
During this record breaking winter, don’t become a victim of a home fire. Take precaution when using electrical appliances, be aware of poisonous gasses from heaters, and don’t let inexperienced people start your fireplace.
Don’t be a victim of a house fire nor smoke inhalation this winter season.
Category: Burns & Smoke Inhalation
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