Fires are a swift and terrifying threat to home and family. In order to protect your home from this threat, there are several preventative measures that you can take. First of all, make sure your home smoke detectors are operational and have fresh batteries. Plan an escape route for your family. Make sure you have a fire extinguisher with the proper fire retardant near the exit to your house. To prevent fires, don’t leave open flames unattended and be sure that all electrical cords and devices are undamaged. You can search the internet for more fire safety prevention tips to protect you and your family.