Most fire fatalities and injuries in the U.S. occur in the victim's own home.
Cooking is the leading cause of all residential fires and fire injuries.
Heating equipment is the second leading cause of residential fires. Careless use of smoking materials is the leading cause of residential fires that result in death. Survival Tips Make sure your family has an escape plan. Contact the Fire Prevention office of your neighborhood fire station for more information on developing a plan. Sleep with the bedroom door closed.