One break for people stationed overseas is that they can send personal belongings home duty-free if they have official change of station orders. It also brings chimney fires, uncontrolled outdoor burnings and frayed wires that may spark house fires. Install and regularly check home smoke detectors - one on each floor and located close to sleeping areas. Change the batteries twice a year. Practice getting out, and agree to a meeting place away from the home.
Children are curious.
Keep matches and lighters out of reach. The kitchen stove is not a play area, either. Many neighborhoods have places that will take old, flammable items to recycle or dispose of properly. Take the time to talk to your children about the dangers of fire and how they can be safe even if there is an emergency. Make sure your whole family knows the importance of dialing 911.