Richton Park Fire Installing No Cost Smoke Alarms Oct. 20th 26th

In a collaborative effort with the nonprofit "Camp I Am Me" and Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM), the Richton Park Fire Department will be installing no-cost smoke alarms for the residents of Richton Park. The Be Alarmed! Smoke Alarm Installation Program provides smoke alarms and fire prevention materials to Illinois fire departments to both educate residents on fire safety as well as to provide them with life-saving devices in their homes.

The statewide smoke alarm blitz campaign, scheduled for October 20-26, brings together fire departments from across Illinois to raise awareness about fire prevention and ensure that communities have properly functioning smoke alarms installed in their homes. As part of Fire Prevention Month, the Richton Park Fire Department will be installing10-year sealed battery smoke alarms to enhance home safety and protect families.

This year's National Fire Prevention Week campaign is, 'Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!' as smoke alarms are the most effective early warning devices available. By simply having a working smoke alarm in your home, you can reduce your risk of fire-related fatalities by half. With the reliable 10-year sealed battery smoke alarms, residents can rest assured that their homes are safeguarded for years to come."

In addition to providing smoke alarms, the program includes educating residents on creating home fire escape plans to empower them with the knowledge of how to respond in case of an emergency.

"Our primary goal is to ensure all residents have the lifesaving protection of a smoke alarm," explains Fire Marshal Nancy Mulvihill. "While smoke alarms play a crucial role in fire safety, we also strive to educate the community on the importance of being prepared with an actionable fire escape plan."