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October is Fire Prevention Month

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In recognition of Fire Prevention Month, Environmental Health and Safety is sharing some fire prevention safety tips for the fall season.

National Fire Protection Association research revealed that, from 2015 to 2019, September and October were the peak months for fires in dormitory properties.

Cooking equipment was involved in nearly nine out of 10 reported fires in dormitory-type properties. 

Visit the EHS website for fire safety tips.