[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 42, Number 40 (Monday, October 9, 2006)]
[Pages 1756-1757]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Proclamation 8062--Fire Prevention Week, 2006

October 4, 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

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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.
                                                George W. Bush

 [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 11:07 a.m., October 5, 
2006]

Note: This proclamation was released by the Office of the Press 
Secretary on October 6, and it was published in the Federal Register on 
October 6.