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Firehouse Subs educating consumers on fire safety

October 2, 2013

According to the National Emergency Number Association, an estimated 240 million emergency calls are made to 9-1-1 each year. To increase public safety knowledge and raise funds for Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, Firehouse Subs restaurants nationwide are teaming up with local first-responders to educate communities and celebrate Public Safety Month throughout October, according to a company press release. During their largest annual fundraiser, Firehouse Subs restaurants are encouraging guests to donate to their Foundation by purchasing a $1 or $5 medallion. While supplies last, the restaurants will distribute Duracell 9-volt batteries to guests who make a medallion donation.

The non-profit Foundation, inspired by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, began in 2005, as a means for the brand to give back to its roots by providing resources and support to first-responders and public safety organizations, and aiding in natural disaster relief efforts. Since inception, the Foundation has awarded more than $6.8 million to hometown heroes in 38 states and Puerto Rico, and continues to support public safety and fire safety education through campaigns that include distracted driving education along with many areas of fire safety in homes, schools and neighborhoods.

In addition to promoting Public Safety Month, the Foundation recommends families practice these simple, smart tips to remain safe on the road and at home year-round.

• Don't text and drive — the average message distracts drivers for 4.6 seconds, the driving distance equivalent of a football field.
• Change smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector batteries every six months — working alarms cut fatality risks in half.
• Program emergency numbers in cell phones for EMS, police and fire contacts.
• Keep charged fire extinguishers handy in vehicles and homes. Remember a charge only lasts six to 12 years.
• Don't drive tired, break every two hours and/or 100 miles – one in six fatal crashes is linked to drowsy driving.

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