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According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), pets accidentally start nearly 1,000 home fires each year – a risk that’s more common than people realize, even here in North Ridgeville.
A recent story from DogTime.com describes an incident in Kansas City, Missouri, where homeowners left a pan with grease on the stove overnight. The next morning, their dogs stood on their hind legs to investigate, and one paw pressed a touchscreen stove control, igniting a fire that filled the kitchen with smoke. Thankfully, everyone escaped safely.
The NFPA estimates that 40,000 pets die in home fires each year. To help prevent these tragedies, install stove knob covers or clips, use child- and pet-safe knobs or turn on the lockout feature on touchscreen stoves. Keep flammable items like papers, towels and oils away from burners. Simple precautions can help protect your home and pets.
