Fire Safety Tips

Every fire safety team starts with firefighters, but they can't do it alone. Effective fire safety depends on teamwork. It is a simple idea to team up with the people with whom you live, work, and play so all of you will be better prepared to prevent, and if necessary, survive a home fire.

Fire Safety - Know the Facts

Fire Safety begins with you. Know the facts about fire because knowledge is power and is the first step to prevention. The Snohomish County Fire Marshal is bringing attention to the following:

• Test Your Detectors for Life: Installing and testing smoke detectors provide the first line of defense against deadly fire. They can save your life.
• Smoke Alarm Tips (PDF)
• Home Heating Safety and Home Heating Safety Tips (PDF): Tips for safely heating your home.
• Get Out and Stay Out: Plan Your Escape: Developing and practicing a home fire escape plan that everyone understands can mean the difference between life and death.
• Hunting for Home Hazards: Find out if your everyday habits are contributing to fire danger in your home.
• We Can't Help you, If We Can't Find You: Address visibility provides quicker response times in case of emergencies.
• Know the Facts: Many fires that occur each day are preventable.
• Close Your Bedroom Door at Night (PDF) and Close Your Door Song Video
• Child Safety (PDF)
• Landlord - Tenant (PDF)
• Holiday Decorating Tips: 
  • Only use decorations that are flame-retardant or not flammable.
  • Check holiday lights each year for frayed wires or excessive wear.
  • Don’t link more than three strands of holiday lights.
  • Never leave a burning candle unattended. Consider using battery-operated flameless candles.
  • Keep your live Christmas tree away from heat sources and room exits.
  • Water your live Christmas tree daily to keep it from becoming dry.