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Sunday, February 2, 2025

National Burn Awareness Week highlights fire prevention importance

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State Representative Jackie Haas (IL) | Representative Jackie Haas (R) 79th District

State Representative Jackie Haas (IL) | Representative Jackie Haas (R) 79th District

During National Burn Awareness Week, which runs from February 2 to February 8, attention is drawn to the significance of fire prevention and burn safety. The event serves as a reminder that while burns can occur suddenly, education plays a crucial role in minimizing risks and ensuring protection.

The initiative encourages everyone to adopt straightforward measures aimed at preventing fires and burns, both for themselves and for those around them.

"Burns can happen in an instant, but with the right education we can all work to reduce risks and protect ourselves," reads the statement issued for the week-long awareness campaign.

This annual observance emphasizes taking proactive steps towards safety and prevention in daily life.

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