Survey Finds Concerns About Economy May Increase Likelihood of Home Fires (Business Wire)

Monday October 6, 4:46 pm ET Fire Prevention Week Survey Shows Nearly Half of Americans Planning to Use Alternative Heating Sources This Winter; Make Sure Your Home Has a Working Fire Alarm CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Red Cross and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released results of a survey showing that 79% of Americans are concerned about the rising cost of heating their homes, and many will use an alternative heating source to reduce their bills this winter. The survey identified additional behaviors related to appliance maintenance and cooking that could also present home fire hazards this winter. This year, Fire Prevention Week is October 5 – 11 -- Prevent Home Fires! The American Red Cross of Greater Cleveland wants Cleveland residents to be aware of Operation Save-A-Life, a program which... [read full story]