Halloween Safety Tips

10/26/2020 (Permalink)

It’s hard to believe the end of October is already here! Halloween is right around the corner with candy, costumes and fun! According to the NFPA, from 2013-2017, an average of 780 home structure fires began with decorations per year. Don’t let your Halloween be spoiled by a fire. Here are some tips to ensure fire safety while you enjoy your Halloween plans, according to the NFPA:

• Use a battery-operated candle or glow stick in jack-o-lanterns
• When choosing costumes, stay away from long trailing fabric
• Teach children to stay away from open flames, including jack-o-lanterns with candles in them.
• Dried flowers, cornstalks, and crepe paper catch fire easily. Keep all decorations away from open flames and other heat sources like light bulbs and heaters
• Provide children with flashlights to carry for lighting or glow sticks as part of their costume. 
• Remember to keep exits clear of decorations so nothing blocks escape routes. Make sure all smoke alarms are working.

If fire or smoke damage has impacted your home or business, please call SERVPRO of Licking County at 740-587-0938. Let our professional team do the cleanup with the proper procedures to keep you, your home or company safe.

Source: https://nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Seasonal-fire-causes/Halloween