As we reported in our guide to smoke alarms, the typical time to escape from a house fire has fallen from 17 minutes in the 1970s to about three minutes today. Every minute matters, and the latest ...

However, it requires a hardwired connection. All smoke detectors use one of two types of sensors to detect fires. Ionization-type sensors are best at detecting fast-burning fires, while ...

Research shows that properly installed and maintained smoke detectors significantly reduce the risk of fire-related injuries and fatalities. One of the most important factors in fire safety is ...

Since then, the wide adoption of home smoke alarms is one of the greatest success stories in the history of fire safety. Between 1975 and 2000, the percentage of homes with smoke alarms rose from ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Three out of five fire deaths happen in homes with either no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms, but experts stress these deaths are preventable with a high-quality ...

Having the best smoke detector for your home isn't just a good idea; it's essential for keeping everyone and your home safe and sound. Fire alarms come with various features, and some can respond ...

Midland Fire Department is offering a free program that provides smoke alarms, alarm installation, and home fire safety checks. MFD has joined the MI Prevention statewide fire safety campaign ...

The National Fire Protection Association announced that “Smoke alarms: make them work for you!” is the theme for Fire Prevention Week Oct. 6 to 12. This year’s focus on working smoke alarms ...