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New Smoke Alarm Standards For Builders and Homeowners
According to the NFPA, nuisance alarms are a leading reason for disconnected smoke alarms –and roughly three out of five fire ...
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The Best Basic Smoke Alarm
The NFPA’s recommendation for smoke alarm placement is that you have one in each bedroom, one outside of each sleeping area, and one on each floor. So for a typical two-story home, that’s one ...
Nearly 330,000 smoke alarms sold by HSN recalled because they may not work
About 328,000 smoke alarms sold nationwide and online by the Home Shopping Network — or as it now calls itself, HSN — are ...
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State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds residents on the importance of smoke alarms
In 2023, the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) reported that approximately 78 percent of reported fire fatalities occurred ...
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The best smoke detectors of 2024, tested and reviewed
The NFPA reported that between 2009 and 2013, 21% of deaths in home fires occurred when smoke detectors were "present but did not operate." It's important to keep this in mind if you're planning ...
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Fairmont Fire Department offers free smoke alarm inspections, installations
The Fairmont Fire Department is now offering free smoke alarm inspections, battery replacements and smoke alarm installations ...
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Stay warm, stay safe: NFPA shares essential winter heating safety tips
As winter approaches, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) warns that heating equipment is a leading cause of home ...
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Wind-Driven Fires in LA Highlight Need for Home Fire Escape Plans
The wind-driven fires in Los Angeles, California serve as a stark reminder of the importance of having a fire escape plan in ...