Sleeping with your bedroom door closed can dramatically slow the spread of fire, heat, and toxic smoke. A closed door can buy you critical extra minutes to wake up, react, and escape safely.

Additional tips to stay protected while you sleep:
• Make sure smoke alarms are installed inside and outside sleeping areas and test them monthly.
• Keep a clear path to exits—no clutter, cords, or furniture blocking doors or windows.
• Charge phones and devices away from beds, pillows, and blankets to reduce fire risk.
• Practice a home escape plan with your family and identify two ways out of each bedroom.
• If you have children, teach them to sleep with doors closed and what to do if an alarm sounds.

A few simple habits at night can make a life-saving difference. Stay safe.