Common Causes of HOUSE FIRE....

1/5/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Tracy would like to let you and your family to know the common causes of fires.

Here are 5 Leading Causes of House Fires...

• Cooking  
• 48% of all fires are caused by cooking.
• Remember to turn off source of heat.
• Have a fire extinguisher on hand.

• Heating
• Do not put anything close to the heater.
• Follow guidelines on how the heater can run.

• Electrical Fires
• Make sure fireplaces and lighting are up to code and are safe.
• Ensure alarms are replaced.

• Smoking

• Never lay cigarettes, cigars, etc., down and forget about them.
• Smoke outside to avoid any potential fires related to dropping or forgetting about the item.

• Candles
• Never leave a candle unattended.
• All materials should remain 12 inches away from all candles.

These are just some tips in order to prevent fires. SERVPRO of Tracy keeps your safety a priority and we hope you and family values that as well. Other things to have in place is a route for you and your family if there ever was a fire. Also, everyone in your family should know the route and plan in place. IF there is a fire in your home, call SERVPRO of Tracy at 209-834-0200.