Fire Prevention Week Promotes Safety Education

Fire Prevention Week, a national observance since 1925, is underway, promoting fire safety education to reduce casualties from fires. This year's theme is 'Smoke Alarms: Make them Work for You,' emphasizing the importance of functioning smoke alarms and emergency escape plans. Events across the country, including open houses at fire stations and fire safety demonstrations, aim to educate the public. The Red Cross highlights Pennsylvania's high rate of house fire deaths, urging residents to install and test smoke alarms, and practice escape plans. Meanwhile, California marks Firefighter Appreciation Month, commemorating fallen firefighters and providing disaster relief, with initiatives like the annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony. The California Fire Foundation's campaign supports an expansion of the Memorial Wall to honor future firefighters who sacrifice their lives in the line of duty.