In the U.S. in 2010, 362,100 residential fires occurred, causing $6.6 billion in damage, and an average of seven deaths and 36 injuries every day. (Source: U.S. Fire Administration statistics)

The sad thing is that many of these deaths, injuries and property losses could be avoided or minimized with proper precautions. Here are some suggestions for making your home more fire-safe… [897 word article, Spring 2012]