October is Fire Prevention Month!

10/12/2021 (Permalink)

Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety

Each Year October has been identified as Fire Prevention Month.  The fire prevention week kicked off on Sunday- October 3rd and will run through Saturday October 9^th. “Lean the Sounds of Fire” is the theme for 2021.  Smoke alarms have been a major factor in reducing fire death rates over the last 40 years, but there is always more work to be done in making sure they remain effective.

Smoke alarms in your home can reduce the risk of dying by more than 55%. Statics show three (3) out of five (5) home fire deaths happen in home without a working smoke alarm.  Dead batteries, disconnected wiring because it woke you up at 3:00 am chirping or power to the smoke alarms are the most common factors of failing smoke alarms. Smoke alarms must be replaced every 10 years.

We are entering the heat season with fireplaces burning and furnaces running – Check your fire alarms – replace your batteries and make sure YOUR family is ready, prepared and safe.