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National statistics provided by the Federal Fire Administration indicate that every two and a half hours someone is killed in a home fire. Another 20,000 people are injured in home fires each year.
In Alabama, half of all fire-related deaths occur in the Greater Birmingham area. In addition, Alabama leads the Southeast region in fire deaths.
Protecting your family from fire requires advance planning, which includes the use of smoke detectors to provide early warning of fire.
SMOKE ALARMS AND YOU (Español)
One of the most important fire-safety devices for the home is the self-contained smoke detector. Several studies have concluded that smoke detectors cut in half a person's chance of dying in a fire.
HOW MANY SMOKE DETECTORS DO I NEED IN MY HOME?
The primary job of your smoke detector is to alert your family of a fire, especially when they are fast asleep. That's why at least one smoke alarm should be installed near bedrooms. Homes with an upstairs and downstairs need an alarm on each floor.
WHAT KIND OF SMOKE DETECTOR SHOULD I GET?
There are two types of home smoke detectors available: the ion type and the photoelectric type. The ion type reacts faster to open flaming fires and is usually the less expensive option. The photoelectric type reacts faster to smoldering fires and is less likely to react to cooking vapors. Both types provide good protection and can be used without worry.
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