The Hartford

A home contains many fire hazards, including some of which you might not be aware.

Most fires do not start spontaneously, but are the result of peoples' unintentional acts or oversights. Certain behaviors or activities you perform each day may increase the chances that a fire could start in your home.

To minimize unsafe activities, you need to understand both the potential fire hazards in your home and the steps you can take to reduce these risks. Carefully review the tasks you perform and the products you use to assess the fire dangers in your home.

Review some of the causes of fires, and how to prevent them.

• Cooking
• Smoking
• Furnishings
• Electrical
• Home Heating
• Candles