Safety experts say older residents face a disproportionately higher risk of being injured or dying during a fire. The U.S. Fire Administration said the risk is more than two times higher for people ages 65-84.

Here are some safety tips officials say can help prepare for an emergency. They can be useful for older people anywhere -- whether they live on their own in rural areas or reside in large senior communities like Rossmoor or The Villages in San Jose.