Lexington fire officials are trying to improve fire safety for college students throughout the region.
Fire officials say most college-related fires are due to a general lack of knowledge about fire safety and prevention.
Lexington Fire Chief Ty Dickerson says the great majority of student fire deaths occur in off-campus housing that lacks insufficient exits, inoperative smoke alarms and automatic fire sprinklers. He says use of candles, careless smoking habits, and the misuse of alcohol contribute to off-campus housing fire deaths.
Dickerson says it’s important that both off-campus and on-campus students understand fire risks and know the preventative measures that could save their lives.
Lexington Fire Chief Ty Dickerson says the great majority of student fire deaths occur in off-campus housing that lacks insufficient exits, inoperative smoke alarms and automatic fire sprinklers. He says use of candles, careless smoking habits, and the misuse of alcohol contribute to off-campus housing fire deaths.
Dickerson says it’s important that both off-campus and on-campus students understand fire risks and know the preventative measures that could save their lives.
