{"id":25284,"date":"2024-07-21T22:34:42","date_gmt":"2024-07-21T22:34:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coldfireafrica.com\/?p=25284"},"modified":"2024-07-21T22:34:48","modified_gmt":"2024-07-21T22:34:48","slug":"common-causes-of-fire-and-how-to-prevent-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coldfireafrica.com\/?p=25284","title":{"rendered":"COMMON CAUSES OF FIRE AND HOW TO  PREVENT THEM"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"styled-subtitle\">\n<p>An accidental fire can ignite instantaneously, spread within seconds, and engulf a home within minutes. Fortunately, the<br \/>\nvast majority of fires can be avoided with some education, preparedness, and common sense. Most people understand<br \/>\nthe importance of having smoke alarms throughout the home to detect a fire before it starts and alert you of the<br \/>\nimpending danger. But beyond that, there may be more you can do to minimize the risk of fire in your home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Five common causes of fire and how to prevent them:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Kitchen fires<\/strong> \u2013 According to the U.S. Fire Administration, cooking causes 50.2% of residential fires \u2014most o en<br \/>\nattributed to unattended equipment. Multi-tasking is a way of life for many\u2014but cooking deserves your undivided<br \/>\nattention. No matter how busy you are, how many distractions are pulling you away, or how much time you\u02bcre trying<br \/>\nto save, never leave your food on a heat source unattended. Also, be sure to keep napkins, cardboard packaging, and<br \/>\nother flammable materials away from the stove. (That includes your sleeves!) While you\u02bcre at it, keep a watchful eye<br \/>\non cooking temps. Fun fact: if you cook oil to its flashpoint, it can spontaneously burst into flames.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Home renovations<\/strong> \u2013 As many as one-third of residential fires are caused by a third party working in the home.<br \/>\nWhat\u02bcs more, according to the U.S. Fire Administration, structures that are undergoing construction or renovation are<br \/>\nat their most vulnerable or weakest condition. Though some of these factors may be out of your control, there are<br \/>\nsome protective measures you can take. To start, require that your worksite is cleaned up at the end of each day with<br \/>\nall flammable materials removed. You might also institute a no-smoking policy for any worker on your property. If fire<br \/>\nalarms are removed during construction, ensure a temporary alarm with heat sensors is installed on each floor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grills<\/strong> \u2013 According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), nearly 9,000 home fires are started by grills each<br \/>\nyear. First and foremost, keep your grill at least 10 feet away from the home or other structures. (That includes tree<br \/>\nbranches and shrubs). Clean your grill regularly and avoid cooking with excess fats, sauces, or oily marinades.<br \/>\n(Though delicious, they are highly flammable.) When cooking with higher-fat foods (think: salmon and steak), keep<br \/>\nthe lid open.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fire pits<\/strong> \u2013 Even a tiny ember can cause a damaging backyard fire, particularly in highly wooded yards or under dry<br \/>\nconditions. As with your grill, keep your fire pit at a safe distance from your house, low-hanging branches, shrubs, and<br \/>\nother structures. Use the right wood (smaller pieces are best), clean the debris o en, and cover it with a spark guard<br \/>\nto keep loose sparks and embers contained. Don\u02bct use a fuel accelerant to start your fire, and never leave a fire<br \/>\nunattended.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Curtains<\/strong> \u2013 Not only are curtains highly flammable, but they usually take up a large portion of your room, vertically<br \/>\nand horizontally. That means, once it catches fire, it will spread upward, which will accelerate the blaze. If a curtain is<br \/>\nplaced anywhere near a fire source, all it takes is a slight breeze or a person walking by for it to ignite. With that in<br \/>\nmind, keep your window dressings away from candles, stoves, appliances, irons, and lamps. For an added layer of<br \/>\nsafety, opt for curtains made with flame retardant fabrics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Be prepared:<\/strong><br \/>\nDespite the best of intentions, fires happen. We are, a er all, only human. Being prepared for the worst-case scenario can mean the difference between life and devastating loss. Above all else, be sure to have the appropriate fire suppression supplies on hand at all times\u2014and know where they are!<\/p>\n<p>At Firefreeze, we\u02bcve been developing innovative fire suppression and fire safety products that help save lives and property for nearly three decades. Our proprietary Cold Fire\u00ae extinguishing agent puts out fires instantly by removing the heat, while our Fire Block product prevents the spread of fire in those highly flammable materials.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For more information about our life-saving products, contact us here.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usfa.fema.gov\/data\/statistics\/\">https:\/\/www.usfa.fema.gov\/data\/statistics\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li>https:\/\/www.chubb.com\/us-en\/individuals-families\/resources\/10-tips-for-preventing-fires-during-building renovation-work.html<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usfa.fema.gov\/blog\/cb-031919.html\">https:\/\/www.usfa.fema.gov\/blog\/cb-031919.html<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfpa.org\/News-and-Research\/Data-research-and-tools\/US-Fire-Problem\/Home-Grill-Fires\">https:\/\/www.nfpa.org\/News-and-Research\/Data-research-and-tools\/US-Fire-Problem\/Home-Grill-Fires<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_column_text] An accidental fire can ignite instantaneously, spread within seconds, and engulf a home within minutes. 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