Change Your Clocks. Check Your Batteries!
As you turn your clocks back this weekend, be sure to test your smoke alarms.

Issued: October 31, 2025

Smoke alarms save lives. Properly installed and maintained smoke alarms play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries. Fire spreads fast—working smoke alarms give you early warning so you can get outside quickly.

When you change your clocks, take a few minutes to check your smoke alarms and replace batteries if needed. If you hear a chirping sound, that means the battery is low—replace it right away!

Safety Tips

1. Install smoke alarms in every sleeping room and outside each separate sleeping area. Install alarms on every level of your home, including the basement.
2. Use interconnected smoke alarms—when one sounds, they all sound.
3. Test all smoke alarms at least once a month. Press the test button to make sure each alarm works.
4. Keep bedroom doors closed while sleeping to slow the spread of smoke, heat, and fire.
5. Remember: working smoke alarms are an important part of your home fire escape plan.

ENJOY THE WEEKEND!

#MOFD #FireSafe #SavedByTheBeep #SmokeAlarms #DaylightSaving #CommunityFirst

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