In this episode, we talk with Firefighter Michael Huppmann about Fire Escape Planning.  We'll try to help everyone better understand the risks associated with a home fire, the components of a home fire escape plan, as well as some best practices related to escape planning.  If you like this episode, consider liking and subscribing.  We'll post new content as often as we can!  Thank you for listening, and stay safe out there!!Chapters:0:16 - Welcome0:45 - Guest Introduction1:45 - Why Planning is Important2:42 - Common Causes of Home Fires3:17 - Hazards and Risks Associated with Home Fires3:50 - Importance of Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Alarms5:18 - Components of a Fire Escape Plan8:16 - Options for Multistory Homes10:40 - Best Practices12:18 - Thank YouOutside Links:NFPA's Website:https://www.nfpa.orgNFPA's Guide to Escape Planning:https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/home-fire-safety/escape-planningUSFA's Website:https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/USFA's Guide to Home Fire Escape Plans:https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/home-fires/prepare-for-fire/home-fire-escape-plans/Acknowledgments:- Thank you to Firefighter Michael Huppmann for sitting in with me and getting this information out to our community!Thank you to the Boiling Springs Fire District in Greenville, SC for making this podcast possible. Take a look at our webpage and social media pages for more information.District Links:Website:https://www.boilingspringsfd.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/BSFD.GreenvilleInsta:https://www.instagram.com/bsfd_greenvilleTwitter:https://twitter.com/BSFD_GreenvilleYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@FirehouseWeekly

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