Fire Safety

An estimated 329,500 home structure fires were reported in the U.S. in 2024, causing about 2,920 civilian deaths, 8,920 injuries, and $11.4 billion in property damage, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Cooking is the leading cause, followed by heating equipment, electrical failures, smoking materials, and intentional fires.

The Fire Safety Basics

• Detection — working smoke alarms on every level and in every sleeping area
• Suppression — a properly rated fire extinguisher, stored where it's actually reachable
• Escape — a practiced plan with two ways out of every room
• Prevention — everyday habits around cooking, heating, and electrical use

Related Guides

• Home Fire Prevention — day-to-day habits that reduce risk
• Bedroom Fire Safety — where most fatal home fires start
• Electrical Fire Safety — the second-leading cause of home fires
• Fire Escape Planning — building and practicing your household's escape plan

Be Ready to Respond

Browse our fire safety kits and extinguishers to make sure your home or workplace is equipped.