“Charge into Safety” this year for Fire Prevention Week

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The week of Oct. 8 is celebrated nationally as Fire Prevention Week. It's a time for families to come together and discuss how to prevent fires at home, as well as how to respond if one starts. The American Red Cross website states that, after a fire starts, residents may have as little as two minutes to escape; therefore, it's imperative to have all this information together and communicate it properly throughout the family unit. Here are a few ways you can be prepared to prevent a fire from breaking out in your home. First, ensure anything that generates heat or uses fire is kept away from flammable objects. It's wise to maintain