Citation

American Academy of Pediatrics. Pediatrics 2000; 105(6): 1355-1357.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2000, American Academy of Pediatrics)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

10835082

Abstract

Smoke inhalation, severe burns, and death from residential fires are devastating events, most of which are preventable. In 1998, approximately 381 500 residential structure fires resulted in 3250 nonfirefighter deaths, 17 175 injuries, and approximately $4.4 billion in property loss. This statement reviews important prevention messages and intervention strategies related to residential fires. It also includes recommendations for pediatricians regarding office anticipatory guidance, work in the community, and support of regulation and legislation that could result in a decrease in the number of fire-related injuries and deaths to children.