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# Learn About Fire

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Fire deaths can be reduced by teaching people the basic facts about fire. When most people think of fire, it is bright; it isn't thick, black smoke that can quickly fill a home.

The increasing severity of home fires due to modern building contents and open space configurations makes it crucial that people understand the dangers of smoke and are prepared to leave their homes immediately in the event of fire.

Did you know:

Residents could have less than 2 minutes to escape a home fire once the smoke alarm sounds.

## Know the facts about fire

This video contains some simple messages to help you explain the characteristics of fire to community members.
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 https://youtu.be/DLrRWsLL7nU

## Social media graphics to share

### Fire is FAST!

There is little time to escape. It only takes minutes for thick, black smoke to fill your home.
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### Fire is HOT!

Heat is more threatening than flames. Room temperatures can be 100 degrees F at the floor and rise to well over 600 degrees F at eye level.
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### Fire is DARK!

Fire produces thick, black smoke that can make it difficult to see even brightly lit objects. If you wake up to a fire, it may be hard to see through the smoke.
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### Fire is DEADLY!

Smoke and toxic gases kill more people than flames do.
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## The dangers of smoke 

Share this presentation with your community to help residents be aware of smoke dangers and know what to do if they have a home fire.

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## Videos to share: If you see smoke, get out right away

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 https://youtu.be/mzyVodeEvZc

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 https://youtu.be/7o2VOtAZs3Q

              -  Download card MP4
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 https://youtu.be/lNSYHJyVEok

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 https://youtu.be/U1BnvHiXDGg

              -  Download card MP4
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 https://youtu.be/RTvoEwDzL4g

### More home fire safety resources

          - Carbon monoxide
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          - Smoke alarms

Page last reviewed: April 1, 2023

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