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Fire Deaths in Ohio Reached 25-Year Low in 2011

The number of fire-related deaths in Ohio dropped almost 18 percent last year to a 25-year low of 126 fatalities. State Fire Marshal Larry Flowers on Monday said more than 90 percent of the fire-related deaths occurred in homes with …

Nine Texas Cities to Receive Smoke Alarms

Firefighters in nine Texas cities will be installing smoke alarms into the homes of low income and elderly residents thanks to this year’s We’re Out to Alarm Texas smoke alarm campaign. The program now in its seventh year has saved …

Baltimore Residents Can Get Free Smoke Alarms

Baltimore, Md., residents can get free smoke alarms by calling 311. Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake announced the smoke alarm distribution initiative with fire officials on Monday. By calling 311, residents can request an alarm, which be installed by a company sent …