Your home’s first line of defense against fires and smoke are its smoke detectors. These devices pick up on smoke in the air and alert you to its presence. The idea is that the alarm will activate and ...

Members of the American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania teamed with Allegheny County Emergency Services for a live burn demonstration Oct. 6 in observation of Fire Prevention Week. The purpose of ...

An expert shares the best spots to put a smoke detector in your home to ensure your household is safe in the event of a fire. Installing a smoke detector is crucial to maintaining a safe home ...

When it comes to smoke detectors, proper placement is key. Here's where to install them for better fire safety. Smoke alarms aren't just noisy gadgets that chirp when your toast burns. They're ...

Keeping your home and family safe from fire and carbon monoxide hazards starts with proper detection. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are essential tools that save lives by providing early ...

Protecting your home and loved ones often comes down to preparedness. While fire extinguishers, emergency plans and locks are ...

City residents who don't have smoke detectors in their bedrooms will have to get their tools out soon. An amendment to the city housing code will require residents to ...

Winter quietly raises the stakes for every smoke detector in your home, just as you spend more time indoors with heaters ...

Jackson Fire Chief Willie Owens said his department is offering free smoke detectors for those without the lifesaving devices. “If you do not have a working smoke alarm in your home, call 601-960-1399 ...