Did you know that the average fire can double in size every 30 seconds?
That’s why seconds matter when it comes to escape planning.
During a fire, you may have less than two minutes to get out safely. Preparation makes all the difference, especially for kids.
Here’s how to get started:
- -Practice two ways out of every room in your home (doors, windows, or alternate exits).
- -Choose a safe meeting place outside, like a mailbox, streetlight, or neighbor’s driveway, where everyone can gather.
- -Review your plan twice a year so it stays fresh in everyone’s mind.
- -Involve your children by practicing the plan as a game so they’ll remember what to do under stress.
- -Families who plan are calmer and safer when seconds count.
Preparation turns panic into protection.
For more information about escape planning, email FirePrograms@GwinnettCounty.com.
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