VIDEO: This week is fire prevention week all across the United States. The week has been recognized since 1922 as a time to educate and raise awareness about fires. Every year about 2,700 people die because of a house fire. According to Twin Falls fire marshal Tim Lauda that is 2,700 too many. Lauda says 40% of house fires are started in the kitchen because of an accident that happens while cooking. Lauda says it is important to have a smoke detector in every bedroom and also to change the batteries every six months. “We want to push the button once a month. You push the button when you hear that (beeping noise) you know your battery is okay,” said Lauda.