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Learn the sounds of fire safety

E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc. Fire Lieutenant Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety

This year’s National Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!,” will educate people about the different sounds smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms make and what action should be taken if an alarm sounds...

Change your clocks, check your alarms

E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc. Fire Lieutenant Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety

Sunday, Nov. 1 is the day to move your clocks back one hour to standard time. It’s also a great opportunity to check your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and make sure they are working properly...

Change your clocks, check your alarms

E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc. Fire Lieutenant Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety

When it’s time to move our clocks back, it’s a great time to check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home. In addition to giving each detector new batteries, check to be sure all alarms are working properly...

Practicing your escape plan is key

E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc. Fire Lieutenant Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety

Escape planning and practice can help give everyone enough time to get out. According to a National Fire Protection Association survey, 71% of households have a fire escape plan, but only 47% of those have practiced it...

Play It Safe This Summer!

E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc. School News Network

Summer is finally here and now is the time to prepare you and your family to play it safe during the warm weather months. E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety offers some simple yet important tips to remain safe while having fun this summer...