Safe Kids

McHenry County Chapter   

Educational Topics

Fire Safety

Every year hundreds of children die in fires. Fires still remain one of the leading causes of unintentional injury-related death among children in the United States. There are many ways you can protect your children from fire-related injuries. By installing smoke alarms on every level of your home and keeping matches/lighters away from children, you can greatly reduce the chances of injury.


American Burn Association (ABA)

Illinois Fire Safety Alliance

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)