Did You Spring Forward?

By 250 News

Double check your clock,  you should  have  moved the clock one hour ahead  at 2:00 this morning as  we move into daylight saving time.

This is also the time of year to  take a second look at your smoke detector.    A smoke detector can double your chances of surviving a fire.
That's why the Office of the Fire Commissioner is reminding you to change the batteries in your smoke alarms when you  turn your clocks ahead.
     
The Office of the Fire Commissioner reports that between 2004 and 2006, seven people died and 185 were injured as a result of reported structural
blazes in the province.  Less than one in 10 of these structures were  equipped with a working smoke alarm.  
     
Common reasons home smoke alarms do not work properly:

* Battery has not been replaced.
* Battery has been removed for use in another device such as a toy or remote control.
* Battery has been removed due to a "chirping sound" indicating it needs to be replaced.
* The alarm has not been cleaned regularly and is old.
     
Smoke detectors should also be tested monthly to make sure they are working properly, whether they are hard-wired or battery operated.  To  further their fire safety, families are also encouraged to develop a fire  escape plan and practice it on a regular basis.  
     

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