🔥 Fire Prevention Week 2017: Every Second Counts – Plan Two Ways Out
In 2017, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) designated the theme “Every Second Counts – Plan Two Ways Out” for Fire Prevention Week, held from October 8–14. This campaign emphasized the importance of developing and practicing a home fire escape plan to ensure that all household members know two ways out of every room and can evacuate quickly in case of a fire.​ firehouse.com
 Emphasizing Escape Planning
The 2017 campaign focused on educating the public about the critical need for escape planning. Key messages included:​
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Developing a Home Fire Escape Plan: Identifying two exits from every room and establishing a designated meeting place outside.​
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Practicing the Plan Regularly: Conducting drills to ensure all household members, including children and the elderly, can evacuate quickly.​
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Ensuring Functionality of Smoke Alarms: Testing alarms monthly and replacing batteries at least once a year to provide early warning in case of fire.​
By preparing for multiple exit strategies, families can increase their chances of escaping safely during a fire emergency.​
📊 Canadian Fire Statistics Highlighting the Need
According to Statistics Canada, in 2017, there were 10,338 residential fires reported across the country. These incidents underscore the ongoing risk of home fires and the importance of functional smoke alarms in providing early warning to occupants.​
Furthermore, data from the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre indicated that in 2017, there were 5,611 wildfires, consuming approximately 3.4 million hectares of land. While these are primarily wildland fires, they can pose significant threats to nearby residential areas, further emphasizing the need for effective fire detection and evacuation plans.​
🧯 Community Engagement Across Canada
Fire departments and safety organizations across Canada actively participated in the campaign by:​
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Distributing Educational Materials: Providing brochures and pamphlets on escape planning to schools, community centers, and households.​
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Hosting Workshops and Demonstrations: Organizing events to demonstrate how to create and practice escape plans effectively.​
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Media Outreach: Utilizing local media outlets to spread awareness about the importance of having multiple escape routes and promoting safety tips.​
🔗 Learn More
For additional resources and information on fire safety practices, visit the NFPA’s Fire Prevention Week page.
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