[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 194 (Friday, October 6, 2006)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 59359-59360]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 06-8593]



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Part VII





The President





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Proclamation 8062--Fire Prevention Week, 2006


                        Presidential Documents 



Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 194 / Friday, October 6, 2006 / 
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The President

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                Proclamation 8062 of October 4, 2006

                
Fire Prevention Week, 2006

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                During Fire Prevention Week, we underscore our 
                commitment to advancing fire safety and awareness, and 
                we honor the brave firefighters and volunteers who work 
                to protect our lives, homes, and communities.

                Thousands of injuries and deaths occur each year as a 
                result of fires, and Americans have a shared 
                responsibility to help minimize the risk of fires that 
                can cause harm to people and property. By installing 
                and maintaining smoke alarms and having a plan of 
                action in the event of an emergency, citizens can 
                practice simple but effective fire safety measures. 
                Unattended cooking is a leading cause of household 
                fires, and this year's theme, ``Prevent Cooking Fires: 
                Watch What You Heat,'' highlights the importance of 
                practicing kitchen safety at all times. By keeping 
                cooking areas clear of flammable items and closely 
                monitoring children and appliances while in the 
                kitchen, individuals can greatly reduce the number of 
                fire-related accidents in the home.

                Our Nation's firefighters selflessly risk their lives 
                to protect their fellow citizens. These brave men and 
                women play a critical role in safeguarding our 
                families, our households, and our communities, and 
                their courage and dedication are an inspiration to all 
                Americans. Fire Prevention Week is an opportunity to 
                reaffirm the importance of fire safety, celebrate those 
                who devote their lives to protecting others, and honor 
                the memory of our Nation's fallen heroes.

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the 
                United States of America, by virtue of the authority 
                vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United 
                States, do hereby proclaim October 8 through October 
                14, 2006, as Fire Prevention Week. On Sunday, October 
                8, 2006, in accordance with Public Law 107-51, the flag 
                of the United States will be flown at half-staff on all 
                Federal office buildings in honor of the National 
                Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. I call on all 
                Americans to participate in this observance through 
                appropriate programs and activities and by renewing 
                their efforts to prevent fires and their tragic 
                consequences.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                fourth day of October, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand six, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirty-first. 
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