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Fire protection at home and on the go

Safety is usually taken very seriously in Germany. But one danger that is often underestimated is fire. Fires occur here every two to three minutes in an apartment or house. According to the IFS fire cause statistics 2023, the most common cause is electricity, followed by human error such as a forgotten pan on the stove or an unattended Advent wreath. Numerous fire hazards also lurk outdoors, from flying sparks at the campfire to defective engines and gas stoves in boats or motorhomes.

Only 120 seconds to react
To prevent a small ember from becoming a dangerous fire, there are only about 120 seconds in an emergency. Because after just two to four minutes, toxic smoke gases form, from which only escape can save you. With the help of a fire blanket, many critical situations can be quickly brought under control. It's all the more practical if it is already the favorite blanket and is ready at hand on the sofa, in the bunk, or at the campfire. The textile, made in Germany, becomes a safety feature through the modern high-tech fiber PyroTex. This reliably smothers flames without dripping, melting, or producing toxic gases, and can protect people wrapped in it as a fireproof shield.

Prudent behavior prevents fires
In addition to a fire blanket, every home as well as camping and similar situations should have a fire extinguisher ready. Also, smoke detectors save lives by alerting to unnoticed fires in time. To prevent fires from occurring in the first place, prevention and careful behavior are important. For example, multiple sockets should not be overloaded and defective electrical appliances should be replaced. Never leave burning candles, open flames, or the switched-on stove unattended, and dispose of cigarette butts carefully. Outdoors, grill or campfires should only be lit on a safe surface and carefully extinguished. Fire protection is also environmental protection, and even a small spark can turn into a big fire.

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Quickly accessible in an emergency: A cozy blanket that is also suitable for extinguishing fires.