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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Should we conclude that the supposedly fireproof safes do t actually survive major fires? I am not seeing any safes in the many photos and videos of charred remains .., is it better 
to keep important papers such as birth certificates/ marriage certicates/ passports/ educational diplomas etc.) in bags ready to take quickly if needed or to leave in safes?

What terrible decisions to have to make in a hurry.   [/quote]

Of course you should take it with you if you’re home. The fireproof safe comes in handy in case of disaster when you’re NOT home or don’t have time to grab it.

Have it prepacked in a bag in your safe. Empty the safe if you are home and have time to evacuate. If you’re not home, then pray the safe does its job, 
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Fireproof safes can only remain fireproof for a fixed amount of time. The top rated commercial fireproof safes are typically only rated to withstand about one hour of fire at the temperatures of a house fire. Many safes are only rated for 30 minutes. This is enough for most house fires, which firefighters can get to and deal with fairly quickly. But in these wildfires, your safe can be exposed to hotter temps for longer and be destroyed. [/quote]

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