'They are essential': How smoke detectors are evolving

AI trained to recognise fire is among the latest developments in fire alarm tech.
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What “nuisance alarm resistant” actually means on the box

When you see the phrase “nuisance alarm resistant” on a smoke alarm box, you are being promised a device that can tell the difference between real danger and everyday life. That promise matters, ...
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Specialized smoke alarms handed out by Springfield school, fire officials

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Local fire and school officials in Springfield handed out specialized smoke alarms for children ...
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Know Your Smoke Alarm: Here's What the Different Lights and Sounds Mean

When you move into or buy a new home, no one hands you a guide to how the smoke detectors work. They "chirp," which really means shriek loudly, and you occasionally have to put new batteries in them.
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American Red Cross hosts event to install smoke alarms for Granite State families

WELCOME BACK. DOZENS OF GRANITE STATERS NOW HAVE NEW SMOKE ALARMS AFTER A FIRE SAFETY EVENT HOSTED BY THE AMERICAN RED CROSS. THE RED CROSS SAYS VOLUNTEERS INSTALLED NEARLY 80 FREE SMOKE ALARMS FOR ...
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Saving lives in minutes: Smoke alarm installations on the Southside

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Did you know, according to the American Red Cross, you may only have two minutes to escape a home fire? The Southern Arizona Chapter of the American Red Cross, in partnership ...
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Sioux City Fire Rescue: Change your clocks, check your smoke alarm batteries and expiration dates

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - It’s that time of year again! Time to change your clocks back for Daylight Saving Time. It’s also time to check your smoke alarms. “This is a great reminder that every time we have ...