In partnership with American Red Cross, the Bulloch County Fire Department is planning a smoke detector blitz distribution on Saturday, March 9.
Firefighters will focus their efforts in the Southeastern part of the county, around the areas of Stilson and Eldora.
Their goal on that Saturday will be to distribute and help install 25 smoke detectors.
The Red Cross is working in partnership with volunteers and fire departments across the state to ensure Georgia residents are ready to respond to a fire if one should happen in their home. Going door-to-door, the goal is to educate residents on what to do if there is a fire, install smoke alarms as needed, ensure all warning systems are working, and help residents develop an effective plan in case of an emergency.
Every day, seven people die as a result of home fires and often these tragedies occur in homes without working smoke alarms. Data has shown that one of the most effective ways to combat these statistics is with a working smoke alarm; in fact, smoke alarms can cut the risk of death by half. Since launching in October 2014, the Home Fire Campaign has saved at least 1,928 lives, including 240 in Georgia.
If you would like a smoke detector delivered and help installing it, contact the Bulloch County Fire Department at 912-489-1661 and use the directory.
