Home fire Escape Planning

House fire with flames through roofA fire can double in size every thirty seconds to one minute and most deadly fires happen at night. Would you and your family know what to do?  

As a family activity, download our fire escape planning worksheet and practice your plan with all family members and pets.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY TIPS

  • Make sure smoke alarms are installed outside each separate sleeping area and on every level of the home.
  • Go to each room and point to the two ways out. 
    • Practice the plan with everyone in the household.
  • Remember to practice "Get low and GO," crawling under the smoke.
  • Have an outside meeting place a safe distance in front of your home where the firefighters can easily find you.
  • Remember to practice, practice, practice!