The Overall Fire Picture

• 83 percent of all civilian fire deaths occurred in residences.
• Fire killed more Americans than all natural disasters combined.
• There were 17,925 civilian injuries that occurred as the result of fire.
• There were 115 firefighters killed while on duty.
• More fire victims die from smoke than flames.
• Smoke can overwhelm a child or adult in minutes. 

Who is E.D.I.T.H.?
E.D.I.T.H. stands for Exit Drills In The Home.  Having a planned route of escape could mean the difference between life and tragedy in the event of a house fire.

How would you get out of your home in case of fire?
How about your children?
How would they escape from a second or third floor?

Draw a floor plan of your home or click here for a sample.
Plan two ways to get out of every room.
Agree on an outside meeting place.
Decide who'll take charge of each child.
Discuss the plan with your family.
Practice escapes at night. That's when most deadly fires occur.

NOTE: Show children who live in high-rise buildings the shortest route to a safe exit. Warn them not to use the elevator.

Smoke Alarms: 
Install smoke detectors outside all sleeping areas and on every level of your home.
Test them monthly following manufacturers' instructions.
Change batteries at least once a year - even if they are still working.
Never remove batteries for use in toys, a flashlight, or radio.

Contact the Tucson Fire Department Community Safety and Injury Prevention Office at 791-5515 for information on free or reduced price smoke detectors