Each year, hundreds of Ohioans are injured or killed by the ravages of fire. Additionally, fires that destroy people's homes and property cost millions of dollars every year.

Fire Facts

• There is a fire in someone's home every 30 minutes.
• The number one cause of fire deaths that happen at home are related to smoking.
• More people die in fires each year than from all natural disasters combined.

Low Cost Smoke Alarms

A working smoke alarm saves lives. The Columbus Health Department offers smoke alarms to families at a cost of $5.00 each.

Call our Hotline at 614-645-7748 for more information.

For More Information

National Safe KidsThe National SAFE KIDS Campaign is the only national non-profit organization dedicated solely to the prevention of unintentional childhood injury — the number one killer of children ages 14 and under.

State Fire Marshall (click on State Fire Marshall) The State Fire Marshall's office will answer your most often asked questions, provide statistical information on fires, and give you tips on preventing fires in your home.

Related Programs and Services

Child Safety Injury Prevention Program