Feb 3, 2010

Focus on Fire Safety: Older Adults and Preparedness for Fire

Please thank Shirl Kennedy over at DocuTicker for bringing this up and for the  link ;-)http://cdn.buzznet.com/media-cdn/jj1/headlines/2009/01/anne-hathaway-fire-extinguisher.jpg

U.S. Fire Administration Adults age 65 and older are at a higher risk of death from fire than any other age group. According to the USFA report Fire in the United States Fifteenth Edition, older adults account for approximately 32 percent of all fire deaths. Fire prevention and planning are key elements in reducing the risk of deaths and injuries from fire. In the event of a fire, remember that every second counts, so you and your family must always be prepared.HTML clipboard

Escape plans help you get out of your home quickly. In less than 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for a house to fill with thick black smoke and become engulfed in flames. Developing and practicing a fire escape plan and installing and maintaining smoke alarms are ways in which you can prepare for the possibility of a fire occurring in your home. Being prepared in the event a fire occurs may increase your chances of survival. Fire Prevention and Home Fire Safety for Seniors




EyeCandy NOTE: to my colleagues, educators, regulators, scientists and true environmentalists… I am sorry.