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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 15, 1958
Page
2
A fire safety campaign warns parents and sitters that leaving children unattended risks fatal fires. It cites Canada’s law and notes 1957 blaze losses, urging responsible babysitting with clear checklists and emergency contacts, urging never reentering a fire scene.
The Criminal Code of Canada allows up to a year in jail for false fire calls, with municipal fines also possible. Fire departments may offer rewards for information leading to detection, as precious seconds lost could endanger public safety and worsen traffic during real emergencies.
R A W Switzer urges homeowners to act with common sense to cut Saskatchewans fire toll. In 1957 there were 1772 fires with 1300 in dwellings and 29 of 32 fire deaths in homes. Leading causes include smoker carelessness faulty stoves and chimneys. Lightning caused rural losses. proper lightning rods help. Emphasizes safe wiring, fuses, and careful appliance use. Safety through common sense aims to reduce fires in homes and businesses.
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