Fire Prevention Week
Fire Prevention Week takes place the first full week in October to raise awareness of fire prevention.
Plug in. Power up. Stay safe.
Key messages for this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Charge into Fire Safety!” include the following:
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Cheap charger? Don't chance it.
Use the cord and charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer.
- Soft surface? Hard pass.
Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or bare floor.
- Fully charged? Time to unplug.
Unplug your device when it is fully charged.
- For tools and rides, charge outside.
Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging.
- Feels hot? Stop using it.
Stop using your device if it feels very hot, starts to swell, smells strange, leaks, smokes, or makes popping or hissing sounds.
- On a flight? Keep it in sight.
When on a plane, keep devices where you can see them while charging. Do not charge e-cigarettes or vapes on the plane. Tell a flight attendant if you notice a problem with your device.
To learn more about Fire Prevention Week and this year’s theme, “Safe Charging is a Superpower” visit fpw.org. Additional Fire Prevention Week resources for children, caregivers, and educators can be found at sparky.org and sparkyschoolhouse.org.
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