Fire Prevention Week, 2006

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Part VII

The President

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Proclamation 8062--Fire Prevention Week, 2006

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Title 3--
The President

Proclamation 8062 of October 4, 2006

Fire Prevention Week, 2006

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During Fire Prevention Week, we underscore our
commitment to advancing fire safety and awareness, and
we honor the brave firefighters and volunteers who work
to protect our lives, homes, and communities.

Thousands of injuries and deaths occur each year as a
result of fires, and Americans have a shared
responsibility to help minimize the risk of fires that
can cause harm to people and property. By installing
and maintaining smoke alarms and having a plan of
action in the event of an emergency, citizens can
practice simple but effective fire safety measures.
Unattended cooking is a leading cause of household
fires, and this year's theme, ``Prevent Cooking Fires:
Watch What You Heat,'' highlights the importance of
practicing kitchen safety at all times. By keeping
cooking areas clear of flammable items and closely
monitoring children and appliances while in the
kitchen, individuals can greatly reduce the number of
fire-related accidents in the home.

Our Nation's firefighters selflessly risk their lives
to protect their fellow citizens. These brave men and
women play a critical role in safeguarding our
families, our households, and our communities, and
their courage and dedication are an inspiration to all
Americans. Fire Prevention Week is an opportunity to
reaffirm the importance of fire safety, celebrate those
who devote their lives to protecting others, and honor
the memory of our Nation's fallen heroes.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the
United States of America, by virtue of the authority
vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United
States, do hereby proclaim October 8 through October
14, 2006, as Fire Prevention Week. On Sunday, October
8, 2006, in accordance with Public Law 107-51, the flag
of the United States will be flown at half-staff on all
Federal office buildings in honor of the National
Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. I call on all
Americans to participate in this observance through
appropriate programs and activities and by renewing
their efforts to prevent fires and their tragic
consequences.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
fourth day of October, in the year of our Lord two
thousand six, and of the Independence of the United
States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.