Kitchen Fires Leading Cause of House Fires
- gbc707
- Sep 8, 2016
- 1 min read
According to the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) in 2009-2013, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 162,400 home structure fires that involved cooking equipment per year.
Cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries. The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking. It’s important to be alert to prevent cooking fires. To download and print more safety tips Click Here
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This article really sheds light on the dangers of kitchen fires, which are often overlooked. As someone who’s been selling an old house, it made me think about how important it is to keep fire safety in mind when showing a property. Simple precautions can make a huge difference!