From the El Paso Fire Department:
In the City Of El Paso, Fire Marshal Investigators investigated 207 arson fires in 2010. Total fire damages for all the arson fires combined totaled $9 million and 90 individuals were arrested.
El Paso Fire Officials offer these Arson Prevention tips:
• Secure and monitor unoccupied and abandoned buildings.
• Remove trash, debris, and other combustible materials from the front and back of your business or home.
• Remove or securely store flammable material and chemicals from your business or home.
• Lock your doors and windows.
• Report suspicious people and activity to law enforcement officials.
• Support local Neighborhood Watch programs.
• Illuminate the exterior and entrances.
• Remove garbage cans daily during nonschool hours. Garbage has been used as an ignition source for arson fires or to keep an unwelcome visitor warm.
• Keep dumpsters at least 10 feet away from buildings and roof overhangs. Make sure all discarded materials are placed inside the containers and padlock them after school hours.
• Lock and secure your vehicle.
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