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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.
"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.
Hear more from gun owners on how secure storage saves lives at endfamilyfire.org.
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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January 6, 2026 at 11:44 PM
"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.
Hear more from gun owners on how secure storage saves lives at endfamilyfire.org.
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
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
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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January 3, 2026 at 5:18 PM
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
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
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! ✨
Almost 5% of stray bullet deaths and injuries are a direct result of celebratory gunfire.
Celebrate the New Year safely and responsibly! ✨
January 1, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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! ✨
Almost 5% of stray bullet deaths and injuries are a direct result of celebratory gunfire.
Celebrate the New Year safely and responsibly! ✨
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.
Every year, about 30,000 people in America are unintentionally shot. Responsible gun use prevents tragedies.
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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December 30, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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.
Every year, about 30,000 people in America are unintentionally shot. Responsible gun use prevents tragedies.
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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.
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Unsecured guns kill or injure 8 kids a day.
Gun owners: lock it, unload it, store ammo separately.
@endfamilyfire.org @wdet.bsky.social
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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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December 18, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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
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
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
Don't take a chance. Keep your guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo. #EndFamilyFire
December 26, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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
Don't take a chance. Keep your guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo. #EndFamilyFire
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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
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
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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December 24, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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
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
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
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
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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December 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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
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
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
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
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!
endfamilyfire.org
December 13, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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
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
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
Help prevent incidents of family fire by always keeping firearms locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo.
#EndFamilyFire
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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December 10, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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
Help prevent incidents of family fire by always keeping firearms locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo.
#EndFamilyFire
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.
During the holidays, merely searching for gifts or exploring a new home can turn deadly if firearms aren’t safely stored.
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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December 1, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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.
During the holidays, merely searching for gifts or exploring a new home can turn deadly if firearms aren’t safely stored.
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.
Securely storing firearms saves lives.
November 27, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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.
Securely storing firearms saves lives.
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
Every day in America, about 90 people are unintentionally shot. Storing firearms securely prevents injuries and saves lives. #EndFamilyFire
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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November 17, 2025 at 10:06 PM
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
Every day in America, about 90 people are unintentionally shot. Storing firearms securely prevents injuries and saves lives. #EndFamilyFire
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.
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.
November 10, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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.
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.
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.
According to state data, about 1/3 of youth firearm suicides and unintentional deaths could be prevented through safe storage.
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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November 6, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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.
According to state data, about 1/3 of youth firearm suicides and unintentional deaths could be prevented through safe storage.
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
Take the next step to store your guns more securely and reduce the risk of family fire in your home. #endfamilyfire
November 1, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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
Take the next step to store your guns more securely and reduce the risk of family fire in your home. #endfamilyfire
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.
If your gun is already locked, take the next step and make sure it's unloaded and separate from ammo.
Together, we can #EndFamilyFire.
October 21, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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.
If your gun is already locked, take the next step and make sure it's unloaded and separate from ammo.
Together, we can #EndFamilyFire.
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
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
October 7, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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
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
"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.
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September 27, 2025 at 3:08 PM
"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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This is absolutely chilling and should alarm us all.
When firearms are stored unlocked, the risk of child suicide soars.
We must make safe storage the standard, not the exception. Lives depend on it.
Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. @endfamilyfire.org
When firearms are stored unlocked, the risk of child suicide soars.
We must make safe storage the standard, not the exception. Lives depend on it.
Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. @endfamilyfire.org
Most child firearm suicides done with parents’ guns, study finds | CNN
Many US adolescents who die by suicide use firearms owned by their parents, new research has found.
www.cnn.com
September 26, 2025 at 6:02 PM
This is absolutely chilling and should alarm us all.
When firearms are stored unlocked, the risk of child suicide soars.
We must make safe storage the standard, not the exception. Lives depend on it.
Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. @endfamilyfire.org
When firearms are stored unlocked, the risk of child suicide soars.
We must make safe storage the standard, not the exception. Lives depend on it.
Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. @endfamilyfire.org
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.
Over half of all gun deaths in America are suicide. By working together to store guns safely, we can #EndFamilyFire and save lives.
September 25, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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.
Over half of all gun deaths in America are suicide. By working together to store guns safely, we can #EndFamilyFire and save lives.
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
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
September 24, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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
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
There are many events in life that can be overwhelming and triggering. Remember to check in with your loved ones. Have conversations about firearm storage. And if you own a firearm, be sure it's stored securely: locked, unloaded, and away from ammo.
Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. #EndFamilyFire
Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. #EndFamilyFire
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!
endfamilyfire.org
September 23, 2025 at 8:11 PM
There are many events in life that can be overwhelming and triggering. Remember to check in with your loved ones. Have conversations about firearm storage. And if you own a firearm, be sure it's stored securely: locked, unloaded, and away from ammo.
Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. #EndFamilyFire
Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. #EndFamilyFire
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
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
September 17, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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
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
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!
September 15, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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!