December Can Be Deadly: Preventing Home Electrical Fires

FREMONT, Mich., Dec. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --December is the deadliest month when it comes to home electrical fires. Fire deaths typically increase during the winter months as a result of increased indoor activity, use of holiday lighting, heating and appliances, reaching their peak this month. According to the United States Fire Administration, home electrical problems account for 28,600 fires and $1.1 billion in property losses during a typical year. 53% of residential electrical fires involve electrical wiring. Fremont Insurance wants homeowners to be aware of the increased risk of electrical fires during the winter months and be safe during the holiday season.

Fires may be caused by electrical system failures, or defects in appliances, but the majority are the result of misuse and poor maintenance, incorrect wiring installation, and overloaded circuits and extension cords. There are some simple steps that you can take to reduce your risk and prevent the loss of life and property in an electrical fire:

"An electrical fire in your home can result in catastrophic damage including loss of life and property," said Kurt Dettmer, Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Fremont Insurance. "Statistics have demonstrated that as the weather turns colder, electrical fires increase. We have already seen several devastating fires this year, and December is the most likely month for an electrical fire to occur. We want to make sure homeowners are taking precautionary steps to avoid the head and heart ache that a fire can cause."

About Fremont Insurance

Fremont Insurance is a subsidiary of the Auto Club Group, servicing the Independent Agents of Michigan. The company has been a Pure Michigan company since 1876. Dynamic Products, Exceptional Service, and Competitive Pricing have made Fremont Insurance one of the fastest growing and most respected companies operating in Michigan. For more information about Fremont Insurance you can visit the company online at http://www.fmic.com, find them on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/FremontInsuranceCo, or follow them on twitter at http://www.twitter.com/FremontIns.

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December Can Be Deadly: Preventing Home Electrical Fires