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Between the years 2014 and 2018, United States Fire Departments responded to 353,100 home fires each year. These fires caused 2,620 civilian deaths each year. 27% of fires that occurred in 2014-2018 occurred in homes. The top causes of home fires were:<\/p>\n

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  1. Cooking<\/li>\n
  2. Heating equipment<\/li>\n
  3. Electrical distribution\/ lighting equipment<\/li>\n
  4. Intentional fire setting<\/li>\n
  5. Smoking materials<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Homes that have home fire sprinklers installed are much better off if a fire occurs. It is important to be smart and safe when you are at home to prevent fires and injuries or deaths due to fires. Visit www.nfpa.org<\/a> to learn more about home fires.<\/p>\n

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