Appliances help to simplify our lives, but they also pose a fire and injury risk if not properly maintained. In 2021, an estimated 24,200 residential building electrical fires were reported in the U.S.
Each year, washers and dryers cause thousands of fires in homes resulting in deaths, injuries, and millions of dollars in property loss. Dryer fires occur more frequently than washer fires and are the cause of the majority of these fires. The leading cause of dryer fires was failure to clean (31%) followed by mechanical failure/malfunction and electrical failure or malfunction. Slow Cooker Pots
Prime periods for dryer fires are fall and winter with January being the peak month. When using these appliances, remember to:
Although fires ignited by washers are infrequent, they remain a fire and life safety hazard in which significant property damage occurs. When using a washer, follow these simple steps:
Cooking fires remain the leading cause of home fire injuries. The leading contributor/factor of home fires and home fire deaths was unattended cooking. When using cooking equipment, keep these safety tips in mind:
Should a fire occur in the home, Prince William County Fire and Rescue System advises residents to protect themselves and their families by implementing the following safety measures:
Working smoke alarms increase your chances of surviving a home fire by 50% ( www.pwcva.gov/smokealarms ) be sure to:
Each year, fires kill more Americans than all natural disasters combined. Ac cording to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), one of every 3 U.S. households have developed and practiced a home fire escape plan. While 71% of Americans have a plan, only 47% have practiced it. The Prince William County Fire and Rescue System, in conjunction with NFPA, strongly urges families to:
For additional information visit the National Fire Protection Association www.nfpa.org, the U.S. Fire Administration www.usfa.fema.gov, and the American Red Cross www.redcross.org.
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