09/20/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/20/2024 07:17
Join the Greenville City Fire Department in celebrating Fire Prevention Week 2024, as we focus on installing, testing, and replacing residential smoke alarms.
A working smoke alarm can significantly reduce the risk of fire-related death or injury. More than one-third of single-family home fire deaths result from fires without a smoke alarm.
Smoke Alarm Key Facts
Keeping your home safe is easy, follow these three easy steps:
Does someone in your home have sensory or physical disabilities? Make sure the smoke alarms in your home meet their specific needs.
Need your smoke alarms replaced?
No problem. If you live within Greenville City limits, GCFD firefighters will come to your home, test your smoke alarms, and if needed, replace them for FREE. To receive free smoke alarms, fill out a request form.
Fire Prevention Week Events and Activities
There are many ways to get involved in this year's Fire Prevention Week, whether joining GCFD in person or staying in the comfort of your home. Check out these family-fun events and activities:
GCFD Events
Fire Prevention Week Activities
For Kids
Get your kids involved in home fire safety with these activities from the National Fire Prevention Agency:
For Older Adults
It's important to know what to do in the event of a fire, especially for adults over the age of 65. Older adults are twice as likely to be killed or injured by fire. Review these important fire safety tips
For Educators
For educators of all ages, check out these easy-to-follow lesson plans that teach your students about the importance of smoke alarms.