Via Bluewater Fire Services Facebook
The South Huron Fire Department is joining a province-wide safety campaign called Saved by the Beep, also known as Test Your Smoke Alarms Day, on Sunday, September 28th.
Deputy Fire Chief Mike Herbert said the campaign is meant to remind people how important working smoke alarms are.
Herbert said there are a few common mistakes people make with smoke alarms.
He said placement of alarms is also a big issue.
Herbert noted smoke alarms don’t last forever.
To support families, the South Huron Fire Department has already started a door-to-door campaign, leaving information about smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. The department has also partnered with Home Hardware to provide more than 200 free smoke and CO alarms to residents in need.
Herbert added that families should involve children in safety planning by practicing fire escape drills together.
Residents are encouraged to mark September 28th on their calendar and take a few minutes to press the test button on their alarms.
Written by: K. Milhomens
