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Nearly 1,000 house fires are accidentally started by pets every year. Today, on National Pet Fire Safety Day, take some time to “pet-proof” the flammable objects in your home. Here’s what to look out for.
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Nearly 1,000 house fires are accidentally started by pets every year. Today, on National Pet Fire Safety Day, take some time to “pet-proof” the flammable objects in your home. Here’s what to look out for.
- Candles and other open flames. Extinguish them before you leave! You could also opt for flameless candles. But if you must have the real thing, don’t leave your pet alone with it. Cats are known to accidentally knock candles over with their unwieldy tails.
- Stove knobs. The National Fire Protection Association says stovetops are the most common equipment that causes fires in pet-related incidents. If pets can reach the knobs (and, say, get curious enough to play with them), it’s best to remove them when you’re not cooking.
- Glass water bowls on wood decks. This may seem like an unlikely situation, but it’s happened! When the sun’s rays hit the glass and water, they can ignite the wooden deck below. Stick to ceramic bowls outside if you can.
- And, of course, in case of any fire, you should alert authorities you have pets in your home. Keep a window cling in a front window that states the number and type of pets you have so firefighters know to look for them.
Nearly 1,000 house fires are accidentally started by pets every year. Today, on National Pet Fire Safety Day, take some time to “pet-proof” the flammable objects in your home. Here’s what to look out for.
- Candles and other open flames. Extinguish them before you leave! You could also opt for flameless candles. But if you must have the real thing, don’t leave your pet alone with it. Cats are known to accidentally knock candles over with their unwieldy tails.
- Stove knobs. The National Fire Protection Association says stovetops are the most common equipment that causes fires in pet-related incidents. If pets can reach the knobs (and, say, get curious enough to play with them), it’s best to remove them when you’re not cooking.
- Glass water bowls on wood decks. This may seem like an unlikely situation, but it’s happened! When the sun’s rays hit the glass and water, they can ignite the wooden deck below. Stick to ceramic bowls outside if you can.
- And, of course, in case of any fire, you should alert authorities you have pets in your home. Keep a window cling in a front window that states the number and type of pets you have so firefighters know to look for them.
