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Each Season Brings its own special problems. Simple precautions can keep you and your family safe from a
serous burn injury.
- Test the smoke alarms in your home to make sure they’re working, and be certain everyone in your
family knows and practices your home fire escape plan.
- Use non-flammable holders and position candles a safe distance from your Christmas tree and other
holiday decorations.
- A dry tree is a serious fire hazard, so water yours often. After the holidays, dispose of the tree
safely at a recycling center or with your pick-up service.
- Winterize your house, barn, shed or any other structure that may provide shelter for your
family, neighbors, livestock or equipment.
- Install storm shutters, doors and windows; clear rain gutters; repair roof leaks; and check the
structural ability of the roof to sustain unusually heavy weight from the accumulation of snow--or water,
if drains on flat roofs do not work
- Avoid areas subject to sudden flooding.
- Do not try to walk across running water more than 6 inches deep; even 6 inches of rapidly running
water can sweep you off your feet.
- Do not drive into flooded areas. If your car stalls, abandon it immediately--if you can--and seek
higher ground.
- If using kerosene heaters, maintain ventilation to avoid build-up of toxic fumes. Keep heaters at
least three feet from flammable objects. Refuel kerosene heaters outside.
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