This is Fire Prevention Week and the Indiana State Fire Marshal is asking all Hoosiers to make sure that their households are prepared in the event of a fire. State fire marshall James Greeson says one of the most important steps is to make sure working smoke alarms are present in your home.
Installing smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside of each separate sleeping area and on every level of the home including the basement can help to warn those inside of a quickly-spreading fire. Smoke alarms should be tested every month and batteries should be changed at least once every six months. Smoke alarms should be replaced every 8 to 10 years.
It’s also important to have an escape plan. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security is also encouraging all businesses and schools to schedule a fire drill during this week to ensure that escape plans are still practiced with staff and students alike.
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