Health News For Champlain


Friday, December 07, 2012
Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services
Making Fire Safety a Part of Your Holiday Tradition



This holiday season, Ontario is encouraging all families to make fire safety a tradition.

Cooking, lighting candles and decorating with lights can cause fires if not done safely. To help prevent fires and keep you and your family safe, follow these fire safety tips:

  • Keep space heaters away from anything that can burn, including curtains and furniture.
  • Use battery-operated flameless candles.
  • Stay in the kitchen when cooking, especially when using oil or cooking at high temperatures.
  • Check and throw away old and damaged lights before decorating.
  • Keep the base of your Christmas tree in water at all times.

Quick Facts

  • Last December, there were 60 injuries and seven fatalities related to fires in the province.
  • The top five causes of fires in December are from heating equipment, unattended cooking, electrical distribution equipment, cigarettes and appliances.

Quotes:

This is a very special time of year when families and friends come together to celebrate. By following a few seasonal fire safety tips, we can all keep our families, friends and homes safe to ensure that everybody enjoys the best of the holiday season."
Madeleine Meilleur
Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services

The holidays are celebrated through a variety of traditions. To prevent fires from happening, Ontario families should start a fire safety tradition. If a fire does happen, make sure everyone knows what to do. Test smoke alarms to ensure they are working, and practise a home fire escape plan."
Tadeusz (Ted) Wieclawek
Ontario Fire Marshal

Media Contacts
Carol Gravelle
Office of the Fire Marshal
416-325-3138

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