The New York Times

Furniture Fires Are Deadly. New Smoke Alarms Are Better at Catching Them Early.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Liam McCabe Bedding and furniture are rarely the first items to ignite in a ...
Staten Island Advance

Daylight Saving Time 2024: Here’s why you should change the batteries in your smoke alarm

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — This Sunday, when residents of New York “spring forward’’ to welcome Daylight Saving Time by moving their clocks one hour ahead, safety authorities encourage us to change the ...
Campus Safety Magazine

Cut Your Risk of Dying in a Home Fire by More Than Half by Installing, Maintaining Smoke Alarms

Working smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by 60%, according to the latest report from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The majority of civilian home fire deaths ...
Firehouse

Latest U.S. Smoke Alarm Data Reinforces Critical Importance of Fire Prevention Week

“Smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a home fire, but they have to be working in order to protect people,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA. “This ...