Reporter at News 5 Cleveland
PARMA, Ohio — Right now, an all out effort is underway to educate and keep your loved ones safe from a fire.Research shows a house fire happens every 93 seconds.City of Parma Fire officials are sounding the alarm and encouraging you to prepare for the worst-case scenario.
They say this is so important because this is typically when many of us start cranking up the space heaters and firing up our furnaces as the temperatures drop. The best way to protect yourself is to ensure your smoke alarms are in operating order and have fresh batteries.They should be at least three feet from the vents.Regardless of your age or how long you have lived somewhere, plan a route to exit your home in the fastest fashion possible.
Practice the plan in the morning and at night so you can process daytime vs nighttime hours and lighting.Keep pot and pan handles turned inward and away from anyone walking past. Finally, if you are hosting fall events and own a fire pit, ensure there is adequate distance between your home and the pit.It creates immediate danger and releases hazardous chemicals into the air.They typically have several free devices on hand.
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