City of Saginaw issued the following announcement on Nov 4.
Saginaw residents are reminded that daylight savings time will end this weekend, at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 7 and our clocks must “fall back” one hour. In addition to changing the time on your clocks, the Saginaw Fire Department would like to encourage residents to also change the batteries in their smoke alarms. This simple habit could save a life.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, the risk of dying in a home fire is cut in half in homes with working smoke alarms. “Change your clock, change your battery” is a simple phrase that reminds us to always make sure we have working smoke alarms in our homes.
Saginaw Fire Chief Thomas Raines advises residents to make sure their smoke alarms are in working order. “Time and again, I’ve seen the life-saving impact smoke alarms can have in a home fire, but I’ve also seen the tragedy that can result when smoke alarms aren’t working properly. That’s why we’re making a concerted effort to educate Saginaw residents about the importance of having working smoke alarms in their home.”
Residents with questions or needing assistance are encouraged to call the Saginaw Fire Department Fire Prevention Division at (989) 759-1393.
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