Summary
In this very busy holiday season, let's take a moment to think about fire safety in the home. Wood stoves, fireplaces and candles are safe products. However, unless they are used safely and watched carefully, they can lead to an accidental fire.
Wood stoves are the source of nearly 9,000 fires a year. In the U.S., fireplaces are the culprits of about 14,000 fires annually. Candles cause an estimated 18,000 fires a year. Here are some safety tips for wood stoves, fireplaces and candles:See the full content of this document
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Fire Safety Is in Your Hands
Keep fireplaces and wood stoves clean.
-- Have your chimney or wood stove inspected and cleaned annually by a certified chimney specialist.-- Clear the area around the hearth of debris, decorations and f...See the full content of this document
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