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Fire Prevention Week Proclaimed for October 6-12 "Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work For You!" Theme Highlights the Importance of Working Smoke Alarms All Year Long

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed October 6-12 as Fire Prevention Week in Tennessee.

During this week, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”) will highlight the importance of working smoke alarms through fire safety messages and events.

Unfortunately, most Americans don’t test their alarms to ensure they’re working properly. According to the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) recent survey, while nearly all U.S. households (99 percent) report having at least one smoke alarm, more than half of U.S. hou...

 

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