A working smoke alarm can be the difference between life and death when a home fire strikes. That from the American Red Cross as they prepare to canvas in the Lima area this Saturday to promote fire safety and their annual "Sound the Alarm" event. They will be in the area of the Chapter House on Collett Street, placing door hangers to inform residents that volunteers will be out Saturday, May 18th, to install smoke alarms and how to sign up for one. You will get some fire safety education information as well.
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Close Up Of Replacing Battery In Domestic Smoke Alarm
Do your kids know what to do when there is a fire? While this question may sound simple, having an answer could save lives. The Lima Fire Department visited third graders at Liberty Arts Magnet School to instruct fire safety in observance of National Fire Prevention Week.
The Division of State Fire Marshal and the National Fire Protection Association are partnering to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 9-15. This year’s campaign, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape” works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires.
A smoke alarm has saved six lives, as it alerts children that their house was on fire early Wednesday morning.
With temperatures plummeting ten degrees below the average over the last three days, many are turning to a variety of heat sources, but at what cost?
Fire officials say vocal smoke alarms may be the best idea for a home with children or someone who's hearing impaired. Cliff Collar is one person with a hearing impairment that keeps him from hearing high pitch.