Unfortunately, in 1998, one out of every two Kansas child fire deaths occurred in homes with no working smoke detector. Fires do not discriminate.
Fires can frighten even the most prepared families.
But by thoroughly learning and practicing basic fire safety, a family will have a better chance at making sure everyone escapes safe and sound. Participating families will sound their home smoke detector and practice their escape route during a national fire drill on October 11 at 7 p.m. The drill, sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association, is a three-year safety campaign to help families prepare to survive a home fire. Our hope is that 'The Great Escape' motivates parents and children to start practicing their home escape plans regularly. Smoke Detector Community Action Kit available from the Kansas SAFE KIDS Coalition.