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The slogan “Prevent Fires - Its Your Job” was designed to call attention to your personal responsibility in preventing fires.  most fires are not accidents and many are predictable and preventable.  Through education and knowledge, you can prevent fires from starting in your home.  The leading causes of fire fatalities are highlighted below: 

 Smoking is the leading cause of fire fatalities in Washington State.  Most often, fires began when upholstered furniture, mattresses, or bedding was ignited.  Smoking should be done outside, and fully extinguish all smoking materials. Smoking

 Home heating fires are often caused when items that can burn are placed too close to a heat source.  Caution should be taken when using fireplaces, space heaters, candles, and wood/pellet stoves. Anything that can catch fire should be 36 inches from a heat source.  Home Heating

 Electrical fires are most often started from electrical distribution, wiring, and appliances.  Be sure outlets and electrical systems are adequate to prevent overloading.  Discontinue using electrical cords that are damaged or frayed.  Extension cords are no substitute for permanent wiring.  Electrical

 Smoke Alarms: Roughly 70 percent of home fire deaths result from fires in homes with no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms. Smoke alarms are the great safety success story of the 20th century — but only when they're working properly. Smoke Alarms

Prevent Fires—It’s Your Job!