Understanding the Impact of Non-Functioning Smoke Alarms in Worth?

10/22/2024 (Permalink)

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During National Fire Prevention Week, our local Oak Lawn team wants everyone in Worth to be aware of smoke alarm safety. The theme for Fire Prevention Week 2024, "Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!" highlights the crucial role that functional smoke alarms play in home fire safety. Despite the widespread presence of smoke alarms in homes—96% of homes have at least one—many are inoperable due to dead or missing batteries. This issue is significant, as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by nearly half.

Regular maintenance ensures that smoke alarms are always ready to protect you. The NFPA recommends testing smoke alarms at least once a month by pressing the test button. It's also important to clean alarms annually to remove dust and cobwebs, which can interfere with their operation. Most critically, replace the batteries every year to avoid the risk of failure during a fire emergency.

With 38 percent of home fire deaths occurring in homes without smoke alarms and 24 percent with alarms that don't sound, maintaining your smoke alarms cannot be overstated. This Fire Prevention Week, commit to keeping your smoke alarms in working order.

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