Change The Time, Save A Life

When a smoke detector does not work, it cannot save a life.

Surveys and inspections by fire department personnel have found that as many as half of all smoke detectors have dead or missing batteries. That can be trouble.

As daylight savings time begins this Sunday, the would like to remind everyone to take the time to check the batteries in their smoke detectors. This simple act and great use of the hour you gain could save many lives. These valuable devices provide early warning of fire that can quickly grow and trap buildings occupants.

The National Fire Protection Association recommends that there be at least one smoke detector outside of every sleeping area and on each floor of a home. Installing a smoke detector in each sleeping room provides increased protection.

“Eighty percent of child fatalities occur in homes without working smoke alarms. It’s a tragic statistic that could be reduced by adopting the simple habit of changing your smoke detector batteries at least twice each year,” says Fire Chief John Christian.

Anyone with questions about installation or maintenance of a smoke detector should call the , (847) 223-8960 or visit www.grayslakefire.com.