Burning Questions - Fire Escape Planning
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In this episode, we talk with Firefighter Michael Huppmann about Fire Escape Planning. We'll try to help everyone better understand the risks associated with a home fire, the components of a home fire escape plan, as well as some best practices related to escape planning. If you like this episode, consider liking and subscribing. We'll post new content as often as we can! Thank you for listening, and stay safe out there!!
Chapters:
0:16 - Welcome
0:45 - Guest Introduction
1:45 - Why Planning is Important
2:42 - Common Causes of Home Fires
3:17 - Hazards and Risks Associated with Home Fires
3:50 - Importance of Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Alarms
5:18 - Components of a Fire Escape Plan
8:16 - Options for Multistory Homes
10:40 - Best Practices
12:18 - Thank You
Outside Links:
NFPA's Website:
https://www.nfpa.org
NFPA's Guide to Escape Planning:
https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/home-fire-safety/escape-planning
USFA's Website:
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/
USFA's Guide to Home Fire Escape Plans:
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/home-fires/prepare-for-fire/home-fire-escape-plans/
Acknowledgments:
- Thank you to Firefighter Michael Huppmann for sitting in with me and getting this information out to our community!
Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information.
District Links:
Website:
https://www.boilingspringsfd.org
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.Greenville
Insta:
https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenville
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/BSFD_Greenville
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly
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