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This is the most common reason for a house fire. It is advisable to always switch off the main knob of the gas cylinder whenever it’s not used and keep children away from that. If they smell gas leakage, then urgently bring to someone’s notice.

Electrical Appliances

Electrical heaters, geysers, and grills are good to go appliances and can also lead to a house fire. Be careful when there are any fluctuations in voltage. Moreover, keep fabrics away from them.

Candles

Aromatic candles are quite common to soothe one’s mind, but when left unchecked may cause mis-happening. Keep them away from the bed on a suitable surface. Never lighten them when they are outside the home.

Smoking

Smoking is not just injurious to one’s health, but can also cause house fires

Smoking is not just injurious to one’s health, but can also cause house fires. It just needs a single stray ash to ignite furniture and cloth. So, try to avoid doing it inside the home.

Christmas Tree

Be it artificial or natural trees, both pose an equal risk of catching fire. Dried leaves just need a tiny flicker to ignite the whole house, while the electrical bulbs of an artificial tree need a voltage fluctuation. So never let them on when they are not at home.

Faulty Wiring

It is quite common when they have just renovated the house or shifted to a newer one. Faulty wiring further increases the chance of catching fire whenever there is a voltage fluctuation. So get them checked by a licensed electrician.

Barbecues

Having barbecues is fun, but it should not be inside the home. Keep it away from clothes and plants. Clean it regularly.

Flammable Liquids

Flammable liquids further increase the chances of a house fire. It is advisable to store them properly and away from children.

Ignorance

Yes, knowing everything but still behaving like a fool is another reason. So be smart and take all the guidelines seriously.

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