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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1980
Page
5
Fire Prevention Week repeats advice with updated 1979 figures showing 8,893 deaths and 2,845,500 fires. The column lists top fire causes, warns of dangers to children and elderly, and provides steps: extinguish cigarettes, heat and electrical safety, safe storage of flammable liquids, home fire drills, exits, extinguishers, and smoke detectors with emergency contact tips.
A buying guide helps shoppers evaluate major appliances by cost and operating expenses, fit in space, and warranties. It advises comparing energy costs, power sources, and installation needs, plus considering color, finish durability, safety seals, and practical features before choosing the number of dials and gadgets.
Consumers should learn rights and product facts to avoid pricey mistakes. National Consumer Education Week runs Oct 5 to 11 with workshops and programs nationwide while local groups promote appliancewise buying. The article condenses tips from a 28 page booklet Appliances! Appliances! available for $1 from White-Westinghouse in Pittsburg PA.
National Fire Prevention Week runs Oct 5 11 urging careful use of fireplaces space heaters and stoves. Read tips on inspection proper fuel use venting screens detectors and extinguishers to prevent fires during colder months.
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