How To Protect Your Children From Fires

Children and Home Fires Facts

• Children make up 15%-20% of all fire deaths.


• Children younger than 5 are at greatest risk of fire deaths and injuries, with a fire death rate more than twice the national average. 


• Two thirds of fires that kill children younger than 5 are in homes that do not have a smoke alarm.


• Almost 55% of children ages 5 and under who die from home fires are asleep at the time.


• Nearly one third of children who die in fires are too young to react appropriately.


• Children set about 8,000 home fires each year.

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Escape That Second Story

I've been in the fire restoration business for 16 years now. I can thankfully say that I have never been part of restoring a home where there was a loss of a life. I can't even begin to imagine the hurt that results when a family member losses their life due to a fire.It's good to keep in mind, especially when it comes to fire, that time is critical. Within 60 seconds a whole house can be engulfed in flames.

When any emergency occurs we have basically three choices: 1) Do nothing 2) Let our emotions get the best of us and act unrationally (that's like "stupid") 3) Remain calm and act with common sense and purpose

I read an article recently that reminded me of an important tool that everyone with a second or third story in their home should have - a fire escape ladder.

You can purchase one very inexpensively (especially compared to the value of a life!) at a website called www.fireescapesystems.com.

They can be purchased in several different styles, and depending on your particular needs, range from under $100 to a little over $300. Please buy one for each 2nd or 3rd story bedroom in your home.2 stp

Of course, I'd never want to suggest that these ladders could be used for any other purpose than escaping a fire. But I'm sure that some of you with some imagination will have some ideas!

Larry Banach - Construction Manager