Make sure everyone in your household can get out in less than two minutes - the amount of time you may have to get out of a burning home before it’s too late.Check the date of your smoke alarms and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Sensors become less sensitive over time.Replace smoke alarms that are 10 years or older. Test alarms monthly and replace the batteries at least once a year if your model requires it.The American Red Cross of Wyoming recommends all Wyomingites do the following this Sunday: Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, including inside and outside bedrooms and sleeping areas. In addition, everyone is encouraged to “Turn and Test” – check the smoke alarms in their residence and discuss safety with their families, as these could be lifesaving steps in the event of a home fire. “Taking action with this knowledge can be the difference between survival and tragedy.The American Red Cross doesn’t want anyone to miss a beat this Sunday – but they should also take some time to check their smoke alarms while changing their clocks.ĭaylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 12, and the American Red Cross of Wyoming reminds everyone to turn their clocks forward one hour and test their smoke alarms. “Most people don’t realize they only have two minutes to escape a home fire - and that smoke alarms need to be replaced every 10 years,” Isenor said. Volunteers will install 200 smoke alarms and share fire safety information with families. They are also looking for volunteers to conduct those visits. Working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home fire by half.”Īnyone interested can contact the Red Cross at 1-80, to schedule an appointment.ĭuring the visits, Red Cross volunteers will share information on how to prevent home fires. “Every day, our disaster action teams are responding to home fires around the Commonwealth. “Our goal is to save lives,” said Kelly Isenor, Director of Communications for the Red Cross of Massachusetts.
Any Massachusetts resident can get a free smoke alarm installed 365 days a year, but this month they are stepping up efforts in five vulnerable communities, including Springfield.
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