The week chosen to be set aside for Fire Safety Week, was no accident. On October 9, 1871, 300 people were killed in the Great Chicago Fire. After rebuilding, the people of Chicago decided to honor this day with festivities. 40 years later it was decided to use this day not as celebration but to raise awareness over the hazards of fire and how to prevent fire related tragedies.

What would you do in case of a fire?

Get out safely if there is a fire.
Make a family plan - Operation E.D.I.T.H.
illustration of smoke detector locations Can you find the unsafe things in a house?
illustration of smoke detector

How do you take care of a smoke detector?

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Do you know your noises?