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Can you spot these dorm fire hazards?

Hofstra University officials are emphasizing dorm fire safety as students settle in, urging residents to keep sprinklers unobstructed and check housing rules before bringing appliances.
Nationwide, fire departments respond to more than 3,300 fires annually in student housing, resulting in an estimated 20 deaths and $21 million in property damage.
The Center for Campus Fire Safety reports that e-scooters account for 35% of lithium-ion battery campus fires, while e-bikes cause 24%, prompting Hofstra to mandate outdoor charging.
Propping doors open or "daisy-chaining" extension cords creates significant risks, according to McNulty, while Residential Life Novia Ramsay monitors dorms for prohibited items throughout the semester.
Students remain responsible for the safety of everyone in their building, requiring vigilance regarding potential hazards like candles or unauthorized fabric decorations in their rooms.

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