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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 08/09/2026

Today is #FirearmSuicidePreventionDay. Suicide is a form of family fire that can often be prevented through the use of secure storage. Keep all guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo. Learn more at endfamilyfire.org.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 04/09/2026

This upcoming Tuesday, Sept. 8, is Firearm Suicide Prevention Day. Practicing secure gun storage to add time and distance between a person and a firearm is one of the most effective ways to prevent firearm suicide and #EndFamilyFire.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 31/08/2026

Family fire refers to a shooting that results from someone misusing an unsecured firearm from the home. If there’s an unlocked and loaded gun in your home, your family is at risk of family fire. Learn how to securely store your firearms at EndFamilyFire.org.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 26/08/2026

A suicide attempt with a firearm is fatal 90% of the time. There is no second chance. No extra life. Keep firearms locked, unloaded, and separate from ammunition to protect your loved ones.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 16/08/2026

A 16-year-old boy is dead after being unintentionally shot at a home in Arkansas, where a group of teenagers were handling a firearm that discharged. Access to an unsecured gun can quickly turn deadly. Help #endfamilyfire by keeping guns locked up & away from minors. bit.ly/4bRCJLs

arkansasonline.com

Boy arrested after accidental shooting in Boone County that killed 16-year-old | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

A boy was arrested on a negligent homicide charge after an accidental shooting in Boone County that killed another boy on Tuesday, authorities said Wednesday.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 13/08/2026

“I urge all parents to keep your firearms secured in a safe location at all times,” Vidalia Police Chief Joey Merrill said. Every day, 8 kids are unintentionally shot or killed due to family fire, or a shooting related to an unsecured firearm from the home. #SafeStorageSavesLives

knoe.com

15-year-old killed in Vidalia after playing with a loaded gun

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 22/07/2026

A 2-year-old is dead after unintentionally shooting himself with a gun found hidden between couch cushions in his California home. This unbearable loss shows how quickly access to an unsecured firearm can turn deadly. #EndFamilyFire by always keeping guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 13/07/2026

Secure storage offers peace of mind by helping prevent misuse while keeping your firearms accessible when it matters most. Learn more about secure storage options for your firearms at endfamilyfire.org. #EndFamilyFire

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 04/07/2026

DYK that unintentional shootings occur more frequently around holidays, including July 4th? The week of Independence Day ranks #2 among all weeks of the year for the highest number of unintentional shootings. But you can #endfamilyfire by storing guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 24/06/2026

Kids can find anything. Securely storing guns unloaded, locked, and separately from ammunition is proven to prevent tragedies. Keep your eyes out for End Family Fire in New York, where we just kicked off a statewide campaign to reduce firearm-related deaths and injuries.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 21/06/2026

When our kids visit another home we ask about allergies and supervision. It's time to add another question to that list: “Is there an unlocked gun where my child will play?” Today is ASK day, a reminder that asking about unsecured firearms could save a life. #AskingSavesKids

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 19/05/2026

FACT: 1 in 3 gun-owning parents who thought their kids couldn't access their guns had a child who said they could. Don't take a chance. Keep your guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo. Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. #EndFamilyFire

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 27/04/2026

Every day, 8 kids are injured or killed by unintentional shootings. Secure storage works. Locking your guns can prevent a tragedy—without being a barrier to quick access in an emergency.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 22/04/2026

Gun suicides comprise the majority of all gun deaths each year, and access to a firearm triples the risk of dying by suicide. Creating barriers such as locking and unloading a firearm can prevent a moment of crisis from turning into a tragedy.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 13/04/2026

76% of school shooters under 18 got their firearm from the home of a parent or close relative. Storing firearms securely can prevent access and misuse, keeping your loved ones and your community safe. #EndFamilyFire

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 08/04/2026

Storing ammunition in a separate, locked location away from your firearm adds a critical layer of safety, especially in homes with children, teens, or individuals in crisis. Learn more at endfamilyfire.org

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Together, We Can End Family Fire | End Family Fire

End Family Fire, a Brady & Ad Council campaign, offers information about safe gun storage and preventing shooting deaths. Explore resources and learn more!

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 27/03/2026

Locking up your firearm is an effective way to prevent unauthorized access. Whether it’s a cable lock, lockbox, or gun safe, secure storage can keep your gun from being misused.

CABLE & TRIGGER LOCKS

COST
Often free through law enforcement, VA, or community programs. Purchased locks typically cost $2-$10.

EASE OF USE
Quick to install and fast to unlock in emergencies. Be sure to install as instructed.

AVAILABILITY
Widely available online or in stores, and often included with new firearms.

USE FOR
Works with most firearms — including handguns, shotguns, and rifles.

LOCK BOXES & CARRYING CASES

COST
Typically between $10 and $50. Sometimes available for free through law enforcement or community safety programs.

EASE OF USE
Simple and quick to set up. Many models use a key or combination lock.

AVAILABILITY
Widely available online, at gun retailers, and in sporting goods stores.

USE FOR
Secure, portable firearm storage. Ideal for vehicles, travel, drawers, or homes with children or guests.

GUN SAFES & CABINETS

COST
Typically ranges from $50 to over $2,500 depending on size, materials, and locking features.

EASE OF USE
Built for long-term storage with options like combination locks, digital keypads, or biometric access.

AVAILABILITY
Available at firearm retailers, security equipment suppliers, and most sporting goods stores.

USE FOR
Increased protection for one or multiple firearms, ammunition, and accessories.

OFF-SITE STORAGE

COST
Varies by location and provider.

EASE OF USE
Firearms are completely inaccessible without visiting the off-site location.

AVAILABILITY
Flexible options — including gun shops, shooting ranges, gun clubs, law enforcement agencies, or a trusted friend.

USE FOR
Physically removing firearms from the home while maintaining ownership.

LEARN MORE AT ENDFAMILYFIRE.ORG

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 21/03/2026

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Together, We Can End Family Fire | End Family Fire

End Family Fire, a Brady & Ad Council campaign, offers information about safe gun storage and preventing shooting deaths. Explore resources and learn more!

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 15/03/2026

No matter how much experience you have as a gun owner, it’s good to evaluate your approach to secure gun storage, especially as your life circumstances change. Take this quick assessment to get personalized, practical storage guidance and protect the people you love most. bit.ly/4hwlEZc

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 12/03/2026

An 8-year-old was playing with a gun inside a car and unintentionally shot her 10-year-old sister. Always store firearms securely, even when transporting them and in vehicles. Unintentional shootings can happen anywhere. Together, we can #endfamilyfire. bit.ly/3Nw0zn0

wafb.com

10-year-old girl dies in ‘accidental' shooting involving another child on Government Street

A girl died in what Baton Rouge police say appears to be an accidental shooting.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 10/03/2026

The safest way to store your firearm is not just locked up, but also unloaded. Remove the magazine, clear the chamber, and double-check that no ammunition remains inside before storing a firearm. An unloaded gun reduces the risk of unintentional injury. #EndFamilyFire

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 03/03/2026

About 4.6 million children in America live in homes with access to an unsecured firearm. Every year, thousands of kids are injured or killed as a result. That's why the depiction of a gun safe in Scream 7 is so important. #SafeStorageSavesLives

usatoday.com

'Scream 7' shows us a different way to survive the night | Opinion

When the first 'Scream' came out in 1996, car crashes were the leading killer of kids in U.S. Today, guns are – and Hollywood can help change that.

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Kris Brown | President, @BradyUnited.org @krisbrown.bradyunited.org · 25/02/2026

My thoughts are with Martin Short and all who knew and loved his daughter Katherine. This tragedy is a reminder that we may never fully know a person’s struggles and that’s why it’s important to ask friends, family, and neighbors about unsecured firearms in the home. @endfamilyfire.org

usatoday.com

Martin Short's daughter Katherine dies at 42

Martin Short's family "is devastated by this loss and asks for privacy at this time" following the death of his daughter, Katherine Hartley Short.

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Kris Brown | President, @BradyUnited.org @krisbrown.bradyunited.org · 28/02/2026

This case is heartbreaking because the deaths of 4 individuals were preventable. One of the painful factors we can’t ignore here is access to a gun in the home. Two-thirds of school shooters get their guns from their own families. Do your part @endfamilyfire.org

cbsnews.com

Colin Gray trial: Defense rests after accused Apalachee High School shooter's father takes stand

In emotional testimony that at times left him struggling to hold back tears, Colin Gray, the father of accused Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray, told jurors Friday that he gave his son the rifl...

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 26/02/2026

This week, the NFL's Rondale Moore and the daughter of actor Martin Short both died by self-inflicted gunshot wounds. In the U.S., firearm suicide claims the lives of 74 people every day on average. Storing guns securely can save a life. bit.ly/4u5sIlt

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Martin Short's Daughter Katherine Died By Suicide

Martin Short's daughter, Katherine, has taken her own life ... TMZ has learned.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 08/02/2026

72% of first-time gun owners in the U.S. cite personal protection as their primary motivation for gun ownership. Yet many don’t know the threat an unsecured gun can pose in the home. Secure storage saves lives. Learn more at endfamilyfire.org.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 06/02/2026

In Florida this week, an 11-year-old student brought a loaded gun onto their school bus. Officials were able to intervene, preventing a tragedy. Storing firearms securely — locked, unloaded, and away from ammo — is vital to preventing child access. #SafeStorageSavesLives

news4jax.com

Gun 11-year-old brought on school bus was loaded, St. Johns County deputies confirm

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said it is investigating an incident involving a Mill Creek Academy student who brought a loaded firearm on the school bus on Thursday morning.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 21/01/2026

Because a gun was not securely stored at home, a family has forever lost its father and a young son's life has irreparably changed. Secure storage is a simple, powerful way to protect our homes and the people we care about. Our hearts go out to this family. #EndFamilyFire

people.com

11-Year-Old Boy Who Allegedly Murdered His Dad Because He Took Away His Nintendo Switch Accessed Gun in Family’s Safe

Clayton Dietz's dad, Douglas Dietz, allegedly took away his son's video game because it was just past midnight, police said.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 19/01/2026

Today would have been Ethan Song's 23rd birthday. But when Ethan was only 15, he was killed with an unsecured firearm in a friend's home. We can prevent tragedies like this. Guns should always be kept locked, unloaded, and away from children. Together, we can #EndFamilyFire.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 10/01/2026

We're joining Strengthening Chicago's Youth with Lurie Children’s Hospital and Illinois Public Health Association to provide healthcare practitioners serving youth with timely, practical guidance on secure storage and youth safety. Register for the webinar at bit.ly/bradyyouthsa....

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 06/01/2026

"If I had gotten the handguns, I would have died that night. I still have access to firearms. I love shooting. But my guns are stored in a gun safe, unloaded with a cable lock." - Donna Marie Hear more from gun owners on how secure storage saves lives at endfamilyfire.org.

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Read Personal Gun Violence Stories

These gun violence stories normalize how you can talk about safe gun storage and prevent future tragedies. Read stories and help us spread the word.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 03/01/2026

Cable locks. Trigger locks. Lock boxes. Carrying cases. Gun Safes. Gun Cabinets. Off-site storage... There are many different ways to keep your firearms secure. Discover which method is right for your home. Together, we can keep families safe. #EndFamilyFire

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Together, We Can End Family Fire | End Family Fire

End Family Fire, a Brady & Ad Council campaign, offers information about safe gun storage and preventing shooting deaths. Explore resources and learn more!

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 01/01/2026

Someone’s “celebratory gunfire” is not worth another person’s life. Almost 5% of stray bullet deaths and injuries are a direct result of celebratory gunfire. Celebrate the New Year safely and responsibly! ✨

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 30/12/2025

On Christmas Day, a stray bullet killed Sandra Phelps as she was sitting on the porch holding her grandchild. The shooter had been target practicing on a Red Bull can in his backyard. Every year, about 30,000 people in America are unintentionally shot. Responsible gun use prevents tragedies.

news9.com

Family remembers Oklahoma grandmother fatally struck by stray bullet on Christmas

A Christmas Day turned deadly after a stray bullet fatally struck an Oklahoma grandmother. Now her family says they hope she will be remembered for the life she lived.

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Kris Brown | President, @BradyUnited.org @krisbrown.bradyunited.org · 18/12/2025

The holidays mean full houses — kids, cousins, friends. That’s exactly why safe storage matters right now. Unsecured guns kill or injure 8 kids a day. Gun owners: lock it, unload it, store ammo separately. @endfamilyfire.org @wdet.bsky.social bit.ly/4aV5pTZ

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Gun violence prevention groups caution securely storing firearms is key to having a safe holiday season - WDET 101.9 FM

The president of Brady United, Kris Brown, says gun owners must use extra caution during the holidays when large groups gather together.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 26/12/2025

Even if you think your firearms are stored where kids can't access them, consider this: 33% of gun-owning parents who thought their kids couldn't access their guns had a child who said they could. Don't take a chance. Keep your guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo. #EndFamilyFire

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Kris Brown | President, @BradyUnited.org @krisbrown.bradyunited.org · 24/12/2025

During the holidays, homes are full of loved ones and filled with activity, including kids who are curious and quick. Let’s keep everyone safe this season. If you own a gun, please store it securely with ammo kept separately. This small step can save a life. @endfamilyfire.org

wsbradio.com

Gun violence prevention group urges Georgians to safely secure guns during holidays

An estimated 4.6 million children are living in homes with unlocked firearms.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 22/12/2025

FACT: Unintentional shootings spike during the week of Christmas and New Year's. We spend more time at home and visiting others, and kids especially love to explore new spaces. Storing all firearms locked, unloaded, and away from ammunition can prevent a tragedy. #EndFamilyFire

nbcpalmsprings.com

Firearm Safety During the Holidays

With an estimated 4.6 million children home for holiday break, the weeks around Christmas and New Year’s consistently see some of the highest rates of unintenti

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 13/12/2025

Protect what matters most by securely storing all firearms. Locking your firearm is an effective way to prevent unauthorized access. Whether it’s a cable lock, lockbox, or gun safe, secure storage can keep your gun from being misused. Learn more at endfamilyfire.org

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Together, We Can End Family Fire | End Family Fire

End Family Fire, a Brady & Ad Council campaign, offers information about safe gun storage and preventing shooting deaths. Explore resources and learn more!

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 10/12/2025

A 4-year-old girl in Oklahoma was unintentionally shot and killed by her older brother last week after the child gained access to an unsecured firearm in the home. Help prevent incidents of family fire by always keeping firearms locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo. #EndFamilyFire

bit.ly

Oklahoma girl, 4, accidentally shot and killed by her older brother: Police

Afton Police Chief Ernie Shelby says he responded at around 2:30 p.m. to the report of a shooting. He said Fire Chief Brad Jones informed him that the gun belonged

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 01/12/2025

About 4.6 million children live in homes with loaded, unlocked guns, and a third of adolescents say they can access one in minutes. Each year, thousands are injured or killed. During the holidays, merely searching for gifts or exploring a new home can turn deadly if firearms aren’t safely stored.

kansascity.com

Lock away guns and ammo to prevent ‘family fire’ during holidays | Opinion

Holidays see spikes in unintentional shootings. Locking and separating firearms from ammunition can protect children in Kansas City. | Opinion

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 27/11/2025

The week around Thanksgiving has the third-highest number of unintentional shootings out of all weeks in the year. Keeping firearms unlocked is a recipe for tragedy, especially at times when there are more people in the home. Securely storing firearms saves lives.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 17/11/2025

A man set his shotgun on a bed and it unintentionally fired when his dog jumped onto the bed, striking him in the lower back. Every day in America, about 90 people are unintentionally shot. Storing firearms securely prevents injuries and saves lives. #EndFamilyFire

abcnews.go.com

Dog shoots owner in the back after jumping on shotgun left on bed: Police

A 53-year-old man in Pennsylvania has been hospitalized after his canine accidentally fired a shotgun at him, police said.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 10/11/2025

Firearm suicide uniquely impacts veterans, with an average of 13 veterans dying by firearm suicide every single day in the U.S. Tomorrow is Veterans Day. As we honor our veterans, let's make sure to talk about mental health and secure firearm storage. It could save a life.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 06/11/2025

So far this year, at least 5 children in central North Carolina have been injured after getting their hands on a gun, including a 4-year-old who recently shot himself. According to state data, about 1/3 of youth firearm suicides and unintentional deaths could be prevented through safe storage.

wral.com

Durham accidental shooting the latest to show the dangers of guns around children

There have been at least five instances of children hurting themselves after getting their hands on a gun in central North Carolina in 2025. In Durham on Sunday, a 4-year-old accidentally shot himself...

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 01/11/2025

Secure storage offers peace of mind by helping prevent misuse while keeping your firearms accessible when it matters most. Take the next step to store your guns more securely and reduce the risk of family fire in your home. #endfamilyfire

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 21/10/2025

Unsecured firearms can lead to unintentional shootings, suicide, and other tragedies. Secure storage is a simple and powerful way to reduce risk. If your gun is already locked, take the next step and make sure it's unloaded and separate from ammo. Together, we can #EndFamilyFire.

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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 07/10/2025

54% of first-time gun owners don’t safely store and secure their firearms. Safe storage can save lives by preventing unintentional shootings and gun suicides. Learn how you can be part of the solution at endfamilyfire.org. #endfamilyfire

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