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Fire Prevention Tips

Electrical Wiring and Appliances Choose appliances and extension cords that are listed by Underwriters Laboratories or other nationally- recognized testing laboratories. Don't overload extension cords or wall sockets. Never run cords under rugs or other items, and don't trap cords against walls where heat can build up. Learn More »

Manufactured Homes Make and practice a family escape plan. Have two ways to escape from every room. Be sure everyone knows how to work emergency window exits. Install skirting to keep leaves and other debris from blowing under your home. Learn More »

Fire Service Media Corps

The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) invites public information officers, chiefs, fire marshals, and others engaged in public education to join the Quick Response Media Corps. USFA will provide periodic e-mail bulletins with tips on media outreach and other support to this group of firefighters interested in taking a more pro-active role with local media, especially when those "teachable moments" occur soon after residential fire deaths.

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Product Recalls

• Baby Bottle and Food Warmers Recalled by Munchkin Due to Fire Hazard (5/8/2008)
• Fingerhut Recalls Master Craft(r) Pressure Washers Due to Fire Hazard (5/8/2008)
• Onward Manufacturing Recalls Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazard (5/5/2008)
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Latest News

• 2008 Arson Awareness Week: Toylike Lighters – Playing with Fire
• New Reports Examine Risk of Death, Injury from Fire
• U.S. Fire Administration Adopts Official Position on Residential Fire Sprinklers
• Residential Building Electrical Fires Report
• Image Gallery and B-roll Footage Now Available
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