Statistics show that your life will be affected by fire three times, either through personal experience or the experiences of family and friends. Tragedy can be prevented by awareness and vigilance.

Do you have an emergency home escape plan in case of a fire? If you don't you should make one with your family. If you do have one, make sure that you practice your escape plan so that you are well prepared in case of a fire.

There are 5 different floor plans for you to download and use. See if you can find the quickest and safest route outside to the meeting place. If you want you can draw up an exact floor plan of your house with your parents help. That way you, you are as prepared as possible.

Is your house safe? How many smoke alarms should I have in my house? What is carbon monoxide?

The answers to these questions and more can be found in the Household Safety area of the Fire Safety section. Learn not only how many smoke alarms to have, but where and how to put them in place. Check the Room To Room Safety in order to prevent fires from starting in your house.

Are you fire Safe? Go through the list and make sure that you are aware of ALL the fire hazards around you! You should probably get your parents and the rest of your family -- that way your whole family will be safe.