"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Installing smoke detectors is the single best way to protect your home and family from fire. In fact, 43% ...

Small flashing red lights and chirping sounds every 30 to 60 seconds can mean it’s time to change a smoke alarm’s battery. Some models may have a green flashing light or announce “low battery,” so ...

A working smoke alarm and swift action by West Pend Oreille Fire District prevented a potential tragedy in Oldtown. Officials ...

There is literally nothing more annoying than a faulty smoke detector. One that is completely broken and doesn't go off in a fire could be called annoying, but I'd call it a hazard first. That's bad.

CR's testers say these models from First Alert, Kidde, Siterwell, and Universal Instruments are great at protecting you and ...

The Brownsboro Fire Department warns residents to check smoke detectors after a new AC unit fire in a "freak accident" due to a manual left inside.

Installing smoke detectors is the single best way to protect your home and family from fire. In fact, 43% of residential fire deaths occur in homes with no smoke detectors, according to the National ...

The holiday season is rolling around, and with it, the opportunity to perform some routine home maintenance. Chief Paul Januszeswki of the North Haven Fire Department ...

Turning back the clocks means firefighters and safety experts are reminding everyone to double-check their smoke alarms.

Dr. Kyle Johnson, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, ...

As we set our clocks back an hour for daylight saving time Sunday, St. Johns Fire Chief Kevin Douglas says it's also time to make another change that could keep loved ones safe.

It’s getting cooler outside and it’s important to know how to prep your home. Start by letting your faucets drip. If there ...