Every second counts. 

Plan two ways out. 

That's the 2017 theme of Fire Prevention Week, which kicks off on Sunday. 

Knowing two ways out of all areas in the event of a fire is one of the many ways to prepare before a fire happens in your home. 

There are a number of other helpful tips to prevent a fire in your home including:
 
-- Know what to do when a smoke alarm goes off
 
-- Identify all possible exits and make sure they work 
 
-- Practice your home fire escape plan at least twice a year 
 
-- Assess the needs of everyone in your home
 
-- Make sure that you have working smoke alarms on every floor and outside all sleeping areas.