Northwest Fire/Rescue District
- Learn all about Smoke Alarms and how they can keep you and your family safe!
- Learn how to make an Escape Plan that you can practice with your family!
- If you smell smoke, never open a door until you have checked it for heat with the back of your hand.
- If you wake up and smell smoke, get on the floor and crawl to the nearest fire exit or window since smoke floats up in the air.
- Call 911 in case of emergency, and make sure you know the correct address of the emergency when you do.
- Parents, remember that children will often try to hide from fire, be sure to check all closets and under the bed for children during fire emergencies.
- If your clothes catch on fire, don't Panic! Instead, Stop, Drop and Roll, Covering Your Face.
- Remember; never store flammable items such as, wood, chemicals or oily and dirty rags near heat sources.
- If you find matches or a lighter, give them to your parents, a teacher, or a grownup you know right away!
- Remind your parents that every home should have a fire extinguisher and that everyone should know how to use it.
- Make sure there are not too many plugs in an electrical outlet. Ask a grownup for help on fixing this.
- Plan a visit to your local Fire Station with your family, classroom, or a club. They'll have lots of information on fire safety and lots of cool things to see and do!