Remember This

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  xit your home as quickly as possible through the closest exit

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  rill with your family what to do in case of a fire

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  n your home is where most fires occur

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  he home is where most of your time is spent

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  ome is your residence, whether it's an apartment or house

Safety Tips

• Every family in the U.S. should practice exiting their home as quickly as possible through the nearest exit
• Parents should explain to their children that exiting their home as quickly as possible and not returning into the home is most important
• Develop a plan with a meeting point outside the home and drill this plan with your family
• Know that most fires occur within the home, and your home is where you spend the majority of your time. This is an important reason for practicing your plan!
• If your home has unusual problems, finding them before a fire occurs could prevent a tragedy

For additional information please contact the Maplewood Fire Department at 646-3666.