“We want residents to make sure they have functional smoke alarms in their homes, as well as a rehearsed fire-escape plan. These are tools proven to save lives – because even one fire death is one too many,” says State Fire Marshal Carter Lawrence. The alarms are free but must be installed by the fire department or a partnering organization that has received the training course. Because supplies are limited, the fire department may need to give first preference to those who are not able to otherwise afford smoke alarms.

We are excited to be able to partner with the State Fire Marshal’s Office in providing these smoke alarms for the citizens here in our community. Fire can spread through a home in a matter of minutes, and smoke alarms can give residents the warning needed to get out safely.