What is the best way to keep your family safe from a home fire?
Protecting your home against fire involves planning, and there are precautions you can take that will help you protect you and your loved ones.
One of the most important steps you can take is to install smoke alarms and keep them in good working order. You can buy smoke alarms at most home and hardware stores, and they often cost $10 or less.
Check with your local fire department to see if they give out and install free smoke alarms, as many community departments do.
You can also perform regular safety drills with family members, so that everyone knows exactly what they need to do should a fire arise.
For more advice on planning and implementing safety drills with your family, tune in to special guest, Dr. Corinn Cross. It may just be the most important thing you ever do with your kids.
Is Your Family Prepared for a Fire?
Guest
: Corinn Cross, MD
From the Show: Healthy Children
Summary: Home fires are not uncommon and can spread shockingly quickly. By planning safety drills, you can potentially save your loved ones' lives.
Air Date: 1/22/14
Duration: 10
Host: Melanie Cole, MS
