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

The only way to know your smoke alarm is functioning and ready (except for letting your turkey burn in the oven) is to test it. And tests don't just confirm that smoke detectors have power -- they can ...

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

The holiday season is rolling around, and with it, the opportunity to perform some routine home maintenance. Chief Paul ...

Properly installed smoke detectors are often the first line of defense against a house fire, keeping the homeowner informed and ready to take action. However, it's important that the smoke detector ...

As daylight saving time approaches this weekend, residents are reminded to not only turn their clocks back but also check ...

Smoke detectors that only beep at night are acting up for a specific reason: Here's what can save your sanity and sleep.

BINGHAMTON (WBNG) -- The Firefighters Association of the State of New York is asking residents to monitor their smoke detectors. According to a release from the FASNY, “Working smoke alarms could make ...

Lincoln County and Brookhaven fire departments should soon receive another batch of life-saving devices through the statewide Free Smoke Alarm Installation Program. However, Lincoln County Emergency ...

The life span of a smoke detector is limited. It can die but fool you like it still works. iStock / Getty Images/iStockphoto You’d think the worst part of owning a home would be something obvious — ...