Optical-based smoke alarms use light instead. They are slightly better at detecting the large smoke particles created by slow ...

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 ...

Firefighting agencies are encouraging the public to make sure they have smoke alarms installed in their homes after two ...

MARSHALL — City Fire Chief Quentin Brunsvold said smoke detectors are essential for any home and business as it provides early fire detection and can save lives as well limit harm to property and ...

Massachusetts State Fire Marshal Jon Davine speaks at a event at the Easthampton Fire Department to remind people to make sure they have working fire detectors. CAROL LOLLIS / Staff Photo EASTHAMPTON ...

St. Tammany firefighters responded to a fire caused by an electrical issue; they urge smoke detector checks and offer free ...

The Chattanooga Fire Department hosted a smoke alarm drive, with crews working throughout the Cherokee Woods community to ...

After a 70-year-old man died in a house fire where there was no fire detector, officials urge residents to make sure they ...