Living in apartment can bring some special dangers. Acts of people who have living close to you could jeopardize you. So, it is very important to be aware of what you must do to safeguard yourself, your family and your possessions. Fire is possibly the greatest danger in apartment buildings. Fire could spread rapidly due to the very close units apartment had. Do these tips to anticipate the danger!

• Install smoke detectors in the kitchen, all bedrooms, the laundry area and hallways. Don’t forget to check on it every month and change the battery every 6 months.

• Keep fire extinguishers handy in the kitchen, laundry area and near your outside grill.

• Develop an escape plan. There should be two ways of exiting, the main door and either the window or door wall. If you are living in higher floor, place a rope ladder near your window and don’t forget to practice using it so that you and your family will not have difficulties when it is emergency.

• Never use an elevator during a fire.

• Never park in front of fire hydrants or in fire lanes and make sure your guests don’t either.

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