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| CindyG |
Posted - Jan 29 2015 : 1:22:35 PM
It has been the focus of our local news, and perhaps national, but there was a recent tragic fire in Annapolis MD where the grandparents and four grandchildren all died of smoke inhalation. It was a remote location with no hydrant, which could be similar to the property of many of the members of this group. The quote from a safety official struck a nerve:
"We can rebuild your house, but we can't rebuild your family.".
Our HOA had the local fire department visit and talk fire safety, with the main focus of their discussion being PLANNING AHEAD. They strongly advise making and most importantly practicing a family fire escape plan.
It is the ultimate "plan for the worst and hope for the best" scenario, and I just wanted to put out a "for your consideration" note to this wonderful collection of families and smart women who may already do this. For those who don't - and I didn't prior to this visit from the Fire Department dudes - do some research and find the suggested process that suits you best to make a fire escape plan for your family.
I did not want to put up a hotlink in case it is not the best official site, but the National Fire Protection Association and FEMA have good suggestions.
The second main takeaway from the lecture after planning and practicing your escape was NEVER go back in to a burning structure thinking you can quickly save someone or something and get back out. It doesn't work out that way.
So while prayers are said for the victims of this horrible incident, consider taking a few minutes to research a plan for your family.
Sorry t be a bummer, but I felt the need to post this
Cindy |
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| cajungal |
Posted - Jan 30 2015 : 04:25:58 AM
Cindy, that's pretty cool that your HOA took the time to help educate the residents. And, it's not a bummer at all. It's a great reminder that we all need.
We live in a two story house and throughout my kids' childhood we had practice fire drills. The one thing I'd advise anyone in a 2-story is to invest in an escape ladder that goes out the window in case escape down the stairs isn't possible. We kept ours under one of the beds. While it is a serious matter, our kids LOVED practicing going out the window and down the rope ladder during drill time.
Catherine
Sister #76 (2005)
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt.
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