Frequently Asked Questions

Place smoke detectors in the corridors leading into bedrooms. Mount the detector in the middle of the ceiling or twelve inches down from the ceiling if mounted on a wall.

If you live in a two-story home, place the detector at the top of the stairwell. Never put the detector close to a kitchen or bathroom. If possible, place a smoke detector on every level of the home.

Absolutely! Carbon monoxide is a silent, deadly killer. Potential carbon monoxide sources in the home are clogged or blocked chimneys, portable heaters, gas or wood burning fireplaces, a leaking chimney pipe or flue, gas clothes dryers, and vehicle exhaust. These detectors are well worth the investment.

Always remember to safely pull your vehicle to the right when you see an emergency vehicle approaching. Never stop in the middle of the road or proceed through an intersection against the signals. An oncoming vehicle going through the intersection might not see you in time. Always pull to the right whenever possible.

When there is a fire in a closed structure, the fire and smoke build up and move upward until they cannot go up any farther. Smoke travels upward until something stops it, like a ceiling or a roof. At this time, the smoke mushrooms outward, filling the structure. If the firefighters punch a hole in the roof, the smoke is able to escape. If there are victims inside, this could better enable them to breathe and be more easily located by the firefighters. If the firefighters ventilate the structure, the heat will dissipate, and the firefighters can more easily locate the fire and extinguish it.

A multipurpose fire extinguisher is best for the home. Look for the rating to be at least 2A:10B, C on the label. This extinguisher can be used on any type of fire commonly found in the home. It will often be labeled A-B-C.