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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. #EndFamilyFire

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22 Aug 2024
Safe gun storage is a proven solution to reducing gun related deaths and injuries. Today, we’re proud of a new End Family Fire PSA by @bradybuzz, @adcouncil, and @PereiraODell that builds upon our efforts to encourage secure firearm storage. Learn more at endfamilyfire.org.
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“Safe firearm storage is one of the most effective ways to prevent tragedies such as unintentional shootings, youth access to firearms and suicide." #EndFamilyFire michiganpublic.org/health/20…

"Children who don't even get to be teenagers." Funeral director urges safe gun storage

Guns are the leading cause of death among children in the United States, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control. A recent law in Michigan might have helped reduce firearm-related...

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Even if you think your firearms are stored safely, consider this: 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. #EndFamilyFire
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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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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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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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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

Together, We Can 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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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.

ALT 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.

ALT 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.

ALT 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

ALT 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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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.

Together, We Can 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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No matter how much experience you have as a gun owner, it’s always good to evaluate your approach to secure gun storage. Take this quick assessment to get personalized, practical storage guidance and protect the people you love most. endfamilyfire.org/gun-storag…
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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

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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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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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/story/opinion/2…

'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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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

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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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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In Florida this week, an 11-year-old student brought a loaded gun onto their school bus. While officials were able to intervene, storing firearms securely — locked, unloaded, and away from ammo — is vital to preventing child access. #SafeStorageSavesLives news4jax.com/news/local/2026…

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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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 & the people we care about. Our hearts go out to this family. people.com/11-year-old-boy-w…

11-Year-Old Boy Who Allegedly Murdered His Dad Because He Took Away His Nintendo Switch Accessed...

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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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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"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/stories.

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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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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On Christmas, a stray bullet killed Sandra Phelps as she sat on the porch holding her grandchild. The shooter had been target practicing in his backyard. About 30,000 people a year are unintentionally shot. Proper gun use helps prevents these tragedies. news9.com/oklahoma-city-news…

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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