(WHTM) — Smoke alarms are among the most important things to have in your home or apartment. But how do these important and life-saving devices work? According to the National Institute of Standards ...

Smoke detectors have a lifespan of seven to ten years. After this period, their internal sensors deteriorate, leading to ...

When you move into or buy a new home, no one hands you a guide to how the smoke detectors work. They "chirp," which really means shriek loudly, and you occasionally have to put new batteries in them.

Did you know that nearly two-thirds of home fire deaths happen in homes without working smoke alarms? Not homes without ...

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 ...

Your home’s first line of defense against fires and smoke are its smoke detectors. These devices pick up on smoke in the air and alert you to its presence. The idea is that the alarm will activate and ...

So maybe do yourself a favor. Save the money, pick up a 3-pack of these for the home for $50, and rest assured that you have working smoke detectors throughout the house. Because at the end of the day ...

Four brands of combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors must be replaced after officials found they do not work properly. The Consumer Product Safety Commission urged consumers to stop using ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It's been a week since a devastating fire claimed the lives of 12, including nine children, in Philadelphia's Fairmount section. During the latest briefing on the fire, leaders ...