What is the best way to protect your family from fire? Does your family know what to do in the event there is a fire in your home? Do you have working smoke alarms in your home? Did you know that the leading cause of fires in Bismarck is cooking related?
The Bismarck fire Department along with the National Fire Protection Association is teaming up to urge people to Protect Your Family From Fire. Throughout the month of October, the fire department will offer safety tips to help protect you and your family from the devastating effects of fire. The following topics will be addressed each week:
• Escape Planning and Smoke Alarms
• Cooking Safety
• Heating Safety
• Electrical Safety
In addition the Bismarck Fire Department sponsored a poster contest for students in grades 4-6 centered on the theme “Protect Your Family From Fire”. First place winners from each grade level will receive a ride to school in the fire truck. The rides will take place October 12, 13, and 14. Posters are currently on display at Kirkwood Mall until October 6. Winners of the poster contest will be announced by October 7. For more information visit www.bismarck.org/fire or call 701-355-1410.