{"id":22476,"date":"2016-10-17T12:20:09","date_gmt":"2016-10-17T19:20:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/spiken.wpengine.com\/news\/tips-to-keep-halloween-fire-safe\/"},"modified":"2016-11-07T12:20:22","modified_gmt":"2016-11-07T20:20:22","slug":"tips-to-keep-halloween-fire-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kentreporter.com\/news\/tips-to-keep-halloween-fire-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to keep Halloween fire safe"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are several ways people can make sure their Halloween is fire safe.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

“Taking simple precautions, like making sure costumes and home decorations are flame-resistant, can help prevent injuries and fires,” said State Fire Marshal Chuck Duffy in a media release.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

The Office of the State Fire Marshal recommends practicing these safety habits:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

• Check the label. Purchase costumes and decorations made of “flame-resistant” materials. Flame-resistant means the materials are designed to resist burning and withstand heat.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

• Avoid baggy or long trailing costumes. Use make-up rather than masks which could obstruct vision.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

• Instruct children to stay away from open flames and other heat sources. Be sure children know to “Stop, Drop and Roll” if their clothing ever catches fire.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

• Always carry lightweight flashlights or glow sticks when trick-or-treating.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

• Choose battery-operated candles or flashlights when decorating your home; never use candles to light jack-o’-lanterns.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

• Keep home decorations away from open flames and heat sources; use extreme caution with highly flammable decorations such as cornstalks and hay bales.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

• Remember to keep exits clear of decorations, never block escape routes.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

• If attending a Halloween party, be aware of your surroundings and know how to escape in case of an emergency.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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