Fire Safety
 Fires are the third leading cause
of unintentional injury death in the U.S. In 2000, Maryland
reported that fire related injury deaths accounted for two percent
(58) of all injury related deaths.[1] Fire was also
the 2nd leading cause of injury for children under age one in
1999 and 2000 in Maryland.[2] The number of people
injured in Maryland in 1999 and 2000 as a result of fire was
511 and 507 respectively. [2] Baltimore City reported
the highest number and rate of fire related injuries in Maryland.[2]
Facts About Fires
- Smoke and toxic gases cause more fatalities from fires
than burns.3
- The primary cause of residential fires is cooking, but
cigarette smoking is the leading cause of fire-related death.[3]
- Alcohol use contributes to an estimated 40 percent of
residential fire deaths.[3]
Fire Prevention Strategies
Fire Escape Plan
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Center for Health Promotion
201 W. Preston Street, Room 306
Baltimore Md 21201
