Help Avon Fire & Rescue Service reduce house fires this Home Fire Safety Month

Last year*, firefighters attended 505 accidental fires in homes across the Service area. Many of these could have been prevented with simple steps, like fitting a smoke alarm or changing everyday habits.

That’s why residents are being urged to complete the free Online Home Fire Safety Check this Home Fire Safety Month. It’s quick, tailored to your home, and could save your home from fire.

Avon Fire & Rescue Services’ Prevention Manager Nikki Rice gives her advice ahead of Home Fire Safety Month:“ Every home is different, and so are the risks. Our online check is simple, practical, and could even save your life.”

“We’ve seen too many incidents where a working smoke alarm or simple change of behaviour could have made all the difference.”

The campaign supports the national Fire Kills initiative and will run throughout September, with local crews offering advice and community events across the Service area.

Remember:

• Make sure you have a working smoke alarm on every floor and test them monthly.

• Take extra care in the kitchen – cooking is the leading cause of accidental house fires.

• Complete the Home Fire Safety Check today: https://www.safelincs.co.uk/hfsc/?ref=AVNFRS