Its night time, youre sleeping and all of a sudden our smoke alarm goes off. What do you do?

The Bella Vista Fire Department wants you and your family to be prepared in case a fire breaks out in your home. Seconds can mean the difference between life and death.

Plan ahead. Know what to do and where to go. Plan escape routes with your family and practice them often. Know at least two ways out of each room and keep those escape routes clear.

Escaping a fire may not be easy as walking out the door, dark smoke and fright can effect your thinking during a fire. The more you practice the plan with your family, the more likely they will remember what to do in an emergency.

And dont forget to make sure your smoke alarms are properly placed and working.

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