Causes of House Fires
In a recent study, conducted by American Survey CO, for the period of 2005 - 2010, the causes of house fires across America were as follows:
- Appliances & Electrical (Stoves, Mircowaves, Toasters, Radiators, Various Heating systems, Small Appliances) - approximately 47%
- Gas Leaks - around 5-7%
- Open flames (candles, fireplaces) - approximately 32%
- Children (there was, and still is, a dramatic decrease in these fires every year) - Around 10%
- Spreading of fires from house to house - approximatey 3%
Read more about this topic: Structure Fire
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