The end of daylight saving time is Sunday at 2 a.m. local time. Be sure to turn your clock back one hour at that time or before you go to bed Saturday night. In addition, you must set an alarm clock to ensure that you wake up on time the next morning to complete the tasks you need to do.
It’s also a good time to check the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. According to the National Fire Protection Association, almost two-thirds of home fire deaths resulted from fires in properties without working smoke alarms. A working smoke alarm significantly increases your chances of surviving a deadly home fire.
There are alarms made to meet the needs of people with hearing disabilities. These alarms may use strobe lights that flash and/or vibrate to assist in alerting those who are unable to hear standard smoke alarms when they sound.
Ionization and photoelectric smoke alarms cost between $6 and $20. Dual sensor smoke alarms cost between $24 and $40.
The LaPorte Fire Department has smoke detectors free of cost. Supply is limited so there is a limit of one per household. For more information on how to obtain a free detector, contact the fire station at (219) 362-3456.
