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Home Fire Escape Plan
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Detection
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Install smoke alarms on every floor and in every sleeping area
Test smoke alarms monthly — replace batteries annually
Install CO detector near sleeping areas
Planning
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Map all escape routes from every room (2 routes minimum)
Identify a meeting point outside (e.g., mailbox or neighbor's driveway)
Practice fire escape drill with all household members (twice yearly)
Know how to escape through windows (escape ladders for upper floors)
Prevention
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Keep bedroom doors closed at night (slows fire spread)
Never lock exit doors from inside with a key (must open from inside)
Tools
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ABC fire extinguisher installed in kitchen — know how to use it
Action
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On alarm: GET OUT immediately — do not stop to collect belongings
Feel door with back of hand before opening — hot door = fire on other side
Stay low — crawl under smoke toward exit
Close doors behind you to slow fire spread
If clothes catch fire: STOP, DROP, ROLL
If trapped: signal from window, seal gap under door with clothing
Never re-enter a burning building for any reason
Communication
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Call emergency services ONLY after reaching safety
Account for all household members at the meeting point
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