Make your fire escape plan

The Travis County Fire Marshal’s Office and the National Fire Protection Association have partnered up to observe the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 9-15. This year’s motto, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape,” is an effort to educate community members about the ” simple but necessary actions to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires.” Travis County Chief Fire Marshal Tony Callaway explains, “Time is the biggest enemy in a fire, and every second counts. In less than 30 seconds, a small fire can grow significantly due to the materials used in today’s furnishings. With only minutes and sometimes seconds to respond, creating a home fire escape plan can mean the difference between you and your loved ones escaping without harm or suffering serious injuries.” View a collection of safety tip sheets here and find information about neighborhood fire drills here.