As we know, working smoke alarms give people an early alert to fire in their home, and that early alert gives them the best chance of escaping alive.

• Fire moves incredibly fast – a house fire can kill you in less than three minutes. Keep your smoke alarms in working order by pressing the button to check.
• Smoke alarms cannot detect smoke through a closed door. We recommend installing a smoke alarm in every bedroom, hallway and living area.
• Wherever possible, we recommend hard-wired and interconnected smoke alarms are installed.  For more information visit: https://fireandemergency.nz/at-home/smoke-alarms/
• It is also important you check the expiry date on your smoke alarms. This is usually located on the bottom or side of the alarm.
• Keep an eye on your elderly relatives, friends and neighbours too. Are they as safe from fire as they could be?  
• Make a household escape plan so you can get out safely during a fire. For more information visit: www.escapemyhouse.co.nz