National Pet Fire Safety Day

7/15/2021 (Permalink)

How to Keep Pets Safe During Fires

We love all of our pets, and today, July 15th is National Pet Fire Safety Day! On National Pet Fire Safety Day, it is important to remember to include your furry family members in your emergency fire plan. It is necessary to have a plan to figure out how you will get your family members to safety in addition to your pets. Here are steps to prepare for a fire and keep your pets safe too:

How to Prepare for A Fire Considering Pets 

To prepare for a fire in Charlotte, NC, first talk to your family and your friends to determine an emergency plan that includes them. Have emergency supplies readily available somewhere within your home, and keep them somewhere in your home that is easily reachable in an emergency. In an emergency supply kit, include supplies such as pet food, medication, water and also include a photo of your pet for identification, any leashes or carriers needed in case you must leave your home, and medical records for you and your pet. Discuss places your pet likes to hide with your family. Make sure everyone knows how to get them out quickly in case of an emergency.

During a Fire

If a fire does occur, be sure to grab your pet’s leash or carrier as you leave the building. Keep your pet nearby and secure once you are safely outside. Your pet may be overwhelmed, and it is important to keep them close to avoid them trying to run to a safer area. If it takes too long to locate your family pet during a fire, leave, and leave your home’s door open and call to your pet once you are safely outside. Do not delay leaving in order to assist your pet, once emergency services arrive, they will do their best to get your pet to safety.

If You Are Unable to Retrieve Your Pet 

Emergency situations are unpredictable, and in case you are unable to retrieve your pet or happen to not be home during a fire, put a sticker or decal in your home’s window that specifies how many pets you have and what type they are to assist the emergency responders in helping your pet. To ensure your pet’s safety, install smoke detectors that alert the fire department when they go off to automatically dispatch emergency services. 

Your pets are important, and keeping them safe should be a top priority. For more helpful tips to prepare your entire family for emergencies be sure to read our other blogs. 

If your home has been damaged by a fire recently, SERVPRO in South Mecklenburg County can help. For more information about our services, contact us at (704) 840-6112.

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