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Make sure all family members know how to
dial 911 in case of an emergency. |
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Have at least two exits from every room in
your home. Invest in fire escape ladders for upstairs bedrooms. |
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Go through a practice drill every six months.
With the whole family, practice what to do in a fire emergency. |
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Assign a tree or other landmark where family
members can meet after they escape the burning house. |
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Teach children never to go back in the house.
Train them not to hide from fire under beds, in closets or other places
where rescuers cannot easily find them. |
