Red Cross Fire FAQs

1/22/2022 (Permalink)

Fires in homes are one of the leading calls we get from customers this time of year. SERVPRO of Williamsport/Montoursville wants you to have this information from the Red Cross in order to hopefully prevent this from happening. See some important facts below:

When do home fires happen?

Home fires can happen at any time, but they generally increase during the fall and winter, with December and January being the peak months. Home fires are also more common on Saturday and Sunday, and tend to peak between 6:00 and 7:00 PM.

Where are home fires most likely to start?

Home fires are more likely to start in the kitchen than any other room in the home. The second leading cause of home fires are heating sources like wood stoves, and fireplaces. Fires caused by smoking are the leading cause of deaths.

Who are affected by home fires?

Home fires don’t discriminate and can affect any home at any time. However, children under five and adults over 65 face the highest risk of dying in a home fire

Find more information here: Red Cross Fire FAQs.

If you or someone you know experiences a fire in your home, call SERVPRO of Williamsport/Montoursville so we can help you!