Pasco County Fire Rescue issued the following announcement on January 7.
This Fire Safety Friday we want to make sure you don't forget about keeping your furry friends safe too! Here are a few important tips to ensure your pets are safe in the event of a fire.
- The best way to protect your pets from the effects of a fire is to include them in your family plan. This includes having their own disaster supplies kit as well as arranging in advance for a safe place for them to stay if you need to leave your home.
- Keep pets near entrances when away from home. Keep collars on pets and leashes at the ready in case firefighters need to rescue your pet. When leaving pets home alone, keep them in areas or rooms near entrances where firefighters can easily find them.
- Remove stove knobs - Be sure to remove stove knobs or protect them with covers before leaving the house. A stove or cooktop is the #1 piece of equipment involved in your pet starting a fire.
- Extinguish Open Flames - Pets are generally curious and will investigate cooking appliances, candles, or even a fire in your fireplace. Ensure your pet is not left unattended around an open flame and make sure to thoroughly extinguish any open flame before leaving your home.
- In the event of a disaster, if you must evacuate, the most important thing you can do to protect your pets is to evacuate them, too. But remember: never delay escape or endanger yourself or family to rescue a family pet.
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