How to Prevent House Fires in Cranesville, PA
7/1/2022 (Permalink)
House fires are one of the few disasters that are not dependent on the weather. SERVPRO of West Erie County frequently remediate disasters such as water, mold, and storm disasters. Each of these disasters are a by-product of the weather at hand. Fires can happen any time of year. Therefore, you and your family should always be on the lookout for fire prevention.
Here are some facts about house fires provided by sf-fire.org:
- Nearly 4000 Americans die each year in house fires and over 2000 are severely injured.
- In only 3 1/2 minutes, the heat from a house fire can reach over 1100 degrees Fahrenheit.
- About 80% of all civilian deaths from fire occur in the home.
- The leading cause of fire deaths is careless smoking.
- Having a working smoke detector more than doubles one's chances of surviving a fire.
SERVPRO of West Erie County specializes in fire and water - restoration and cleanup. We understand that if you have experienced a disaster, you need someone you can call on 24/7. Call us at any time, day, or night at (814) 806-1987 or visit our Website. We are always Here to Help!