We meet at the mailbox. Where do you meet?

If for some reason we need to evahouse firecuate our house, we meet at the mailbox. Our mailbox is at the end of our driveway. I chose this spot because first responders arriving to the house will see my kids if they are there. You don’t want to be in a situation where you are wondering where everyone is.

I’ve taught my oldest son several rules that he must abide by during a fire:
1. He may never hide. He can’t hide in the closet, under the bed or in the bathroom. All too often kids hide during a fire and can’t be found by firemen.
2. He must leave the house immediately. He may not grab even his most favorite possessions, whether that means his blanket, his hamster, or his toys.
3. He may NEVER go back into the house during the fire.
4. He must stay at the mailbox until I come get him or a policeman comes to get him.

Remember, you may need to evacuate your house for a number of reasons: fire, smoke, carbon monoxide warning, and wind or flood damage. Help your kids know how to get out of the house safely and where to go once they exit the house so they are safe. A little planning ahead can prevent danger and anxiety later.

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One Response to “We meet at the mailbox. Where do you meet?”

  1. Change the clocks – Change the batteries | Giving Preparedness says:
    October 30, 2009 at 10:40 am

    [...] It’s also a great time for a conversation with your family about what to do if a fire occurs in the house. See my earlier blog post called We meet at the mailbox.  Where do you meet? [...]