Preventing Fires- Clothes Dryer

Laundry is part of our daily routine, but do you know how important dryer maintenance is to the safety of your home?

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An estimated 17,000 dryer fires per year cause an average of 51 deaths, 400 injuries, and cost $236 million in property damages.

Cleaning your clothes dryer is a simple and relatively quick procedure that should not be overlooked.

Click the video to view "Preventing Dryer Fires," a report from Kansas City's 41 Action News.