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Cooking Can Cost an Estimated $853 Million per Year!

9/27/2018 (Permalink)

Stay safe while cooking.

Cooking fires are the leading cause home fires and fire-related injuries in the US. Fire Departments respond to an estimated 156,600 home structure fires every year and 2 out of 5 cooking related.  More that $853 Million* in property damages each year are fires as a result of cooking. Thousand of cooking related fire injuries are reported every year.  SERVPRO offers you these safety tips to ensure your safety and your homes safety. 

Call SERVPRO of E. Vancouver/Clark Co. @ 360-254-0049

  1. Don't ever wear loose clothing while cooking
  2. Never leave cooking food unattended
  3. Check food regularly and never leave the house
  4. Keep children away from the cooking area
  5. Keep any flammables far away from the cooking area
  6. Clean cooking area often to prevent grease buildup
  7. Purchase a Fire extinguisher and be properly trained
  8. Always check the kitchen before going to bed
  9. Make sure smoke alarms are installed on each level of the home and outside all sleeping areas.
  10. BE SAFE THE SERVPRO WAY

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