{"id":17184,"date":"2019-01-11T11:38:59","date_gmt":"2019-01-11T16:38:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/news.maryland.gov\/mema\/?p=17184"},"modified":"2019-01-11T13:51:17","modified_gmt":"2019-01-11T18:51:17","slug":"winter-fire-safety-tips-corrected","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.maryland.gov\/mdem\/2019\/01\/11\/winter-fire-safety-tips-corrected\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Fire Safety Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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FIRE SAFETY<\/h3>\n

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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 STATEWIDE SAFETY RELEASE <\/strong>(January 11, 2019) — AS OF TODAY, THERE HAVE BEEN SIX FIRE FATALITIES ACROSS THE STATE. \u00a0 \u00a0The MAJORITY of those fatalities DID NOT HAVE WORKING SMOKE ALARMS in their homes. \u00a0 If you cannot afford a smoke alarm PLEASE contact your local fire department to inquire as to what assistance is available in your area.<\/p>\n

\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci reminds all residents of Maryland to check for fire safety where they live, work, attend classes, training and meetings.\u00a0 \u201cFire and life safety is everyone\u2019s responsibility; by testing smoke alarms and CO detectors, keeping exits clear of obstructions, and maintaining fire alarms and fire sprinkler systems, we can all avoid injury or death from the effects of fire.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 To ensure your best chances of surviving a fire, the State Fire Marshal offers the following tips on both escaping a fire and preventing one:<\/p>\n

Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they are working properly. Remember, the effects of toxic smoke and gases can quickly overcome your ability to think clearly.\u00a0 Every second counts when escaping a fire.\u00a0 Also check the dates on your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, if they are 10 years old or older, they should be replaced.<\/p>\n

Check exits in both your home and any place you go to ensure you will be able to get to safety.\u00a0 Blocked exits resulting from improperly placed chairs, tables or even holiday decorations can result in the delay of getting out quickly and safely.\u00a0 Be vigilant of these safety concerns whether at church, school or your local favorite eatery.\u00a0 Ensure snow is removed from the outside of doors as well.<\/p>\n

When using portable non-vented fuel-fired heaters, such as kerosene heaters, make sure to use only the recommended fuel specified in the owner\u2019s manual and NEVER use gasoline.<\/strong>\u00a0 Note:<\/strong> Portable kerosene heaters are banned for use in Baltimore City.<\/p>\n

If you find it necessary to use an electric space heater, use only one that has been approved by an authorized testing laboratory such as UL.\u00a0 Plug space heaters directly into an outlet.\u00a0\u00a0NEVER<\/strong> use an extension cord or power strip as they can easily overheat and cause a fire.<\/p>\n

Keep all portable space heaters at least three feet away from anything combustible.<\/p>\n

If heating equipment fails, do not use kitchen stoves or ovens to supply heat.\u00a0 These\u00a0\u00a0 appliances are not designed for that purpose and the chance of a fire improves greatly.<\/p>\n

When using fireplaces, wood stoves or pellet stoves; please ensure these heat sources have been installed and properly serviced by trained technicians according to state and local codes,\u00a0 allowing them to work at peak efficiency and lower the risk of a catastrophic failure.\u00a0 Place ashes in a metal container with a lid.<\/p>\n

Please ensure you have the chimney cleaned and inspected before use.<\/p>\n

Never leave candles burning unattended.\u00a0 Extinguish the flame before leaving the room. Consider battery operated candles instead of flaming candles for safety.<\/p>\n

If a fire occurs inside your home, close the doors behind you as you vacate to the outside, call 911 and never go back inside the home.\u00a0 Tell arriving first responders if anyone is still inside.<\/p>\n

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The Office of the State Fire Marshal is an agency of the Department of State Police dedicated to helping\u00a0protect citizens from fire and explosion through a comprehensive program of education, inspection,\u00a0investigation and fire protection engineering.\u00a0 For more information on fire safety call 1-800-525-3124, log onto\u00a0our website at: Maryland\u00a0State Fire Marshal<\/a>\u00a0and\/or our Facebook Page<\/a>.<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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