Why are you reading about smoke detectors, may you ask? Well, for one, they can save your life — indicating the onset of a fire at home. According to the “Smoke Alarms in US Home Fires” report by the ...

Did you know that nearly two-thirds of home fire deaths happen in homes without working smoke alarms? Not homes without ...

The Alabama Fire College and Calera Fire Department are teaming up to help keep families safe, raising awareness about fire ...

Smoke detectors that only beep at night are acting up for a specific reason: Here's what can save your sanity and sleep.

COLUMBUS — The State Fire Marshal wants people to ensure their smoke alarms are working properly and reminds them to heat their homes safely as cold weather approaches. • Test alarms by pressing the ...

Small flashing red lights and chirping sounds every 30 to 60 seconds can mean it’s time to change a smoke alarm’s battery. Some models may have a green flashing light or announce “low battery,” so ...

The American Red Cross is urging residents to test their smoke alarms as Daylight Saving Time ends Nov. 2. Working smoke ...

Every month, Roseville Fire Capt. Michelle Cattaneo and Fire Marshal Bill Ciner visit residents at their homes to install ...