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Family fire refers to a shooting that results from someone misusing an unsecured firearm from the home. Family fire is preventable. Visit endfamilyfire.org to learn how you can keep your home and family safe.

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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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 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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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 · 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 · 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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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 27/09/2025
"Responsible firearms ownership includes secure storage whether it's safeguarding your firearms from theft, or the insider threat that can encompass a home during a moment of crisis. Creating time and distance in moments of crisis saves lives." - Chris J. #endfamilyfire
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 25/09/2025
As a survivor, Clifford wants to remind his fellow service members about the importance of responsible gun ownership. Over half of all gun deaths in America are suicide. By working together to store guns safely, we can #EndFamilyFire and save lives.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 24/09/2025
There's only a week left of National Suicide Prevention Month. Have a friend who owns a firearm? ASK them how it's stored. Do you own a firearm? Ensure your gun is stored securely and encourage others to do the same. Together, we can #endfamilyfire. www.endfamilyfire.org
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 17/09/2025
As a teenager, Donna-Marie attempted to use her father’s handgun to end her life—but it was safely stored. Secure storage gave her a second chance at life. Today, she has a family of her own and responsibly stores her guns to keep her teenage children safe. #EndFamilyFire
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 15/09/2025
In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, we partnered with Alexandria, Virginia's Circuit Court Clerk's office to distribute free gun locks featuring suicide prevention information. And our efforts don't stop there. We're working to do the same in other cities to further promote secure gun storage!
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 09/09/2025
Today, Sept 9, is #FirearmSuicidePreventionDay. Over half of all gun deaths in America are suicides. By working together to store guns safely, we can #EndFamilyFire and save lives. Learn more at EndFamilyFire.org
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 08/09/2025
Today is 988 day — a day to raise awareness about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. A moment of crisis can happen to anyone. In addition to secure storage, getting support is critical to suicide prevention. Call or text 988 for 24/7 free and confidential support.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 29/08/2025
One thing that can prevent school shootings? Locking up your guns. A shocking 76% of school shooters get their gun from the home. Across America, 4.6 million children live in homes with access to unsecured firearms. If you own guns, lock them up. If you don't, ask others to do so. #EndFamilyFire
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 10/08/2025
You childproof the cabinets. You lock up the cleaning supplies. You move the medicine out of reach. Why not the firearm? Secure firearm storage isn’t about politics — it’s about safety. Protect what matters most. Lock up your firearms.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 09/08/2025
A moment of crisis shouldn’t be a death sentence. Most suicide attempts occur within minutes of a decision being made, and many don’t end in death. But when a gun is involved, they almost always do. Secure storage gives time. Time saves lives. Lock up your guns.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 31/07/2025
You childproof the cabinets. You lock up the cleaning supplies. You move the medicine out of reach. Why not do the same with your gun? Secure firearm storage is about safety. Protect what matters most. Lock up your guns. #EndFamilyFire
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 04/07/2025
If it goes up, it comes down. Each year, families grieve loved ones lost to celebratory gunfire — a dangerous and reckless practice that is entirely preventable. This July 4, securely store firearms and practice gun safety.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 21/05/2025
Safe gun storage saves lives. It’s up to us to make sure kids can’t access firearms in the home. #EndFamilyFire Learn more at endfamilyfire.org.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 15/05/2025
8 kids are unintentionally injured or killed by family fire every single day. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Practice secure storage to save lives — locked, unloaded, and away from ammo. #endfamilyfire
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 10/05/2025
Secure gun storage education is becoming increasingly important as millions of Americans acquired their first gun in 2020 or later. Taking the necessary steps to store guns more securely allows gun owners to protect themselves and their loved ones. Protect what matters by securing all your guns.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 21/04/2025
The tragic mass shooting at Florida State University underscores the need for safe firearm storage. 76% of school shooters under 18 get the gun from home. Today, and every day, join us in securely storing your firearms: locked, unloaded, and away from ammo. Visit endfamilyfire.org to learn more.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 28/03/2025
We’re just 10 days away from our webinar with the National Association of School Nurses! Want to learn about the crucial role of nurses in reducing firearm injury through promoting secure firearm storage? Join us on Monday, April 7, at 6 p.m. ET and earn 1.0 NCPD contact hours: bit.ly/nasn-care
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 25/03/2025
Safe firearm storage isn’t just a precaution; it’s a lifesaving measure. Lock guns, unload them, and keep ammunition separate to ensure a safe environment for family and friends.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 23/03/2025
America’s deadliest shootings are the ones we don’t talk enough about – gun suicides. We lose 74 people every day. Let’s change that. Take a moment to check in with those you care about and ask if their firearms are stored locked, unloaded, and away from ammo. Together, we can #EndFamilyFire.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 22/03/2025
Over the past decade, firearm suicide has increased 57% among children in the U.S. All parents want their children to be safe and healthy. Make sure you store your guns safely so that kids and teens can’t easily access guns, especially in a mental health.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 21/03/2025
We’re proud to partner with the National Association of School Nurses on our upcoming webinar about the crucial role of nurses in reducing firearm injury through promoting secure firearm storage. Join the conversation on April 7 at 6 pm ET! bit.ly/nasn-care
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 02/03/2025
Recent cuts to crisis services and mental health care will have deadly consequences when paired with easy firearm access. Safe storage is a simple, effective way to keep temporary crises from becoming permanent losses. Learn more at endfamilyfire.org.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 25/02/2025
Financial stress, job loss, and lack of support increase suicide risk. Firearms can turn a moment of crisis into a fatal tragedy. Storing guns locked, unloaded, and away from ammunition can give time to heal.
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 07/01/2025
FACT: 33% of gun owning parents who thought their child couldn’t access their firearms had a child who said they could. Don’t be left wondering. Keep your loved ones safe by storing guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo. #EndFamilyFire
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End Family Fire @endfamilyfire.org · 28/12/2024
Safe storage saves lives. Always store your guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo to prevent unimaginable tragedies.
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