Cigarette Fires Are Preventable!

4/29/2021 (Permalink)

Fire caused by a cigarette thrown in a trash can the was not completely put out.

Most home fires occur in the kitchen while cooking and are the leading cause of injuries from fire. Another cause of fires at night are carelessly discarded cigarettes. These fires can be particularly dangerous because they may smolder for a long period before being discovered by sleeping residents.

Cigarette fires are preventable! The following are simple steps that each of us can take to prevent a tragedy.

Smoking

• If you smoke, smoke outside. Most home fires caused by smoking materials start inside the home. Put your cigarettes out in a can filled with sand.
• Make sure cigarettes and ashes are out. The cigarette really needs to be completely stubbed out in an ashtray or can with sand. Soak cigarette butts and ashes in water before throwing them away. Never toss hot cigarette butts or ashes in the trash can.
• Check for cigarette butts. Chairs and sofas catch on fire fast and burn fast. Don't put ashtrays on them. If people have been smoking in the home, check for cigarettes under cushions.
• Never smoke in a home where oxygen is used, even if it is turned off. Oxygen can be explosive and makes fire burn hotter and faster.
• Be alert - don’t smoke in bed! If you are sleepy, have been drinking, or have taken medicine that makes you drowsy, put your cigarette out first.

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