Fire Safety refers to the measures, practices, and systems put in place to prevent fires from occurring, minimize fire-related damages, and protect lives and property in the event of a fire. Fire safety is crucial for both insurers and policyholders for protecting lives, property, and assets from the devastating effects of fires. By investing in fire prevention, detection, and suppression technologies, policyholders can minimize fire-related risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and secure affordable insurance coverage for their properties and businesses.

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Be Lightning Safe…Include a Lightning Protection System in your Building or Remodeling Plans

Installing a lightning protection system is a valuable investment when constructing, renovating, or repairing homes. Homeowners insurance typically covers lightning-related damages, while some policies extend coverage to power surge damages resulting from lightning strikes.

Smother Residential Fire Losses

Fire is the primary cause of property loss annually in the U.S., with nearly 500,000 structure fires reported, amounting to around $10 billion in property damage. This peril claims thousands of American lives yearly and inflicts over 15,000 injuries.

Safety Tips: Prevent Kitchen Fires This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving brings joy but also heightened kitchen risks. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warns that cooking fires triple on Thanksgiving, emphasizing the need for vigilance and safety measures like staying present while cooking and keeping fire extinguishers handy.