The Beginnings...
Campus Fire Safety Month was first launched in 2005 when a group of parents who had lost children in campus fires sent a letter to all fifty governors asking them to sign a proclamation designating September as Campus Fire Safety Month. Twelve governors responded to this request, which then grew to 32 states in 2008. In addition, resolutions were passed in the U.S. House and Senate recognizing National Campus Fire Safety Month.
Why is this important?
"Talk to your kids," implored Kimberly Wencl, who lost her daughter, Liz, in an off-campus fire at the University of Minnesota. "They think they are invincible at this age, but they aren't. We all have a responsibility as parents, schools and communities, but in the end it all comes down to our children taking responsibility for their own safety and actions, but only if they know what to do. Talk to them."
Campus Fire Safety Month is coordinated by Ed Comeau from Campus Firewatch along with relatives from across the nation who have lost loved ones in campus-related fires. If you are interested in learning more or receiving updates as we move forward, please fill out the form to your left.
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