Fire departments across the U.S. are working to make their cities as safe as possible. To do so many offer public safety education programs, giveaways and home safety evaluations. One of the most important programs that a majority of fire departments offer is assistance installing and maintaining smoke detectors.
Smoke detectors are considered by many to be the single most effective way to prevent structure fire deaths. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, “The risk of dying from fires in homes without smoke alarms is twice as high as in homes that have working smoke alarms.”
Since 1996, North Shore Fire Department in Wisconsin has installed over 100 smoke alarms through its fire safety outreach program, while Davis Fire Department in California continues to provide and install smoke alarms to any citizen who requests one. While some departments have need-based qualifications and others a limited supply, almost all departments are happy to help homeowners install detectors and assist with maintenance questions.
The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) recently launched a smoke detector campaign, calling residents to action with the slogan: Install. Inspect. Protect. For more information and eye-opening statistics about smoke detectors and home fire safety visit the USFA website.
Why take the risk? Take advantage of the fire prevention resources that your local fire department offers. Don’t let your home or the homes of your family and friends go another day without live-saving smoke detectors. If possible, consider a monitored smoke alarm that can help guarantee a quick response from emergency personnel.
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