Fire Safety for Older Adults
Fire safety for older adults
March’s fire safety focus in older adult safety. People over 65 are twice as likely to die in a home fire. The risk of injury in a fire also increases with age.
To help your community learn about fire safety, consider sharing these tips on your social media platforms:
- Know two ways out of each room. Keep these exits clear.
- Make sure everyone is able to get outside if the smoke alarm sounds.
- Older adults may need your help escaping. Plan for this.
- Keep wheelchairs, eyeglasses, hearing aids and a telephone next to your bed.
Remember, USFA has a social media toolkit that can help you plan your social media posts.