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Fire Safety for Seniors This Spring | Yakima News
Spring forward, fall back—this time of year isn’t just about clocks; it’s a wake-up call for fire safety, especially for seniors. Older adults face more than twice the risk of dying in house fires, with over half of last year’s Washington fire fatalities being people 65 and up. Why? Aging senses—failing hearing, blurred vision, dulled smell—mean smoke alarms may go unheard and fires may go unnoticed until it’s too late. Fire officials offer a simple five-step plan: install working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors on every floor, clear escape routes, keep mobility aids handy at night…
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