Structure Fire - Causes of House Fires

Causes of House Fires

In a recent study, conducted by American Survey CO, for the period of 2005 - 2010, the causes of house fires across America were as follows:

  • Appliances & Electrical (Stoves, Mircowaves, Toasters, Radiators, Various Heating systems, Small Appliances) - approximately 47%
  • Gas Leaks - around 5-7%
  • Open flames (candles, fireplaces) - approximately 32%
  • Children (there was, and still is, a dramatic decrease in these fires every year) - Around 10%
  • Spreading of fires from house to house - approximatey 3%

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