Campfire Safety

4/24/2018 (Permalink)

Campfire accidents send thousands of people to emergency rooms with burn injuries every year.

Safety Around The Fire

• Before setting up a campfire, be sure it is permitted.
• Keep campfires at least 25 feet away from anything that can burn.
• Clear away dry leaves and sticks.
• Avoid burning on windy days.
• Watch children while fire is burning. 
• Attend to the campfire at all times.
• Keep a campfire small which is easier to control.
• Never use gas or other flammable or combustible liquids.
• Always have a hose, bucket of water, or shovel nearby to put out the fire.
• If your clothes catch fire, stop, drop, and roll.
• Treat burns right away. Cool the burn with cool water for 3 to 5 minutes. Cover with clean, dry cloth. get medical help if needed.