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South St. Louis County News

St. Louis Call Newspapers

South St. Louis County News

St. Louis Call Newspapers

Wrap up the gift of safety for this holiday season

The next time you plan on presenting a present, consider giving the gift of safety.

Fire safety products — smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms and fire extinguishers — save lives, yet many families are not adequately protected. While experts warn that extinguishers should not be used to combat large, rapidly spreading fires, having a working fire extinguisher within reach on every level of your home and for every 600 feet of living space may be your only chance to create a path to safety in the event of a fire.

Experts also recommend installing a carbon dioxide alarm on every level of the home and in sleeping areas.

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