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Siterwell launches A8612B smoke and carbon monoxide detector with 15-second faster detection in the US

Enhanced smoke detection for safer homes from Siterwell As reported by Siterwell, the newly launched A8612B Combo Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector provides faster smoke detection than current safety standards require, offering a 15-second advantage over the latest UL217 9th Edition requirements. This improved response time is achieved through Siterwell’s advanced photoelectric sensor, enhanced by […]

Telgian to host webinar on carbon monoxide detection requirements in August

Ray Dotts to present webinar on carbon monoxide detection Ray Dotts, a fire protection expert from Telgian Engineering & Consulting, will present a Fire Smarts webinar titled “Carbon Monoxide Detection Requirements” on August 8, 2024, from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm ET. Dotts brings over 40 years of experience in fire alarm design and installation […]

Kidde launches advanced fire and carbon monoxide safety device in North America

Introduction of Kidde Detect for enhanced home safety Kidde has announced the launch of Kidde Detect, a new advanced technology for fire and carbon monoxide safety. As reported by Kidde, this launch is accompanied by an advertising campaign titled ‘Help Protect You From You,’ which aims to make fire safety more relatable through a humorous […]

CPSC offers $2 million in grants for carbon monoxide prevention

Grant opportunity to combat carbon monoxide exposure The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the availability of $2 million in grants designed to support state, local, and tribal governments in preventing carbon monoxide poisoning. The grants are part of the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Grant Program (COPPGP), which seeks to decrease the incidents […]

Guarding against the invisible threat: Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week 2023

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, taking place from November 1-7, is an initiative backed by fire departments across Canada to educate the public on the risks posed by carbon monoxide (CO). With CO being referred to as “the silent killer”, it’s crucial to be informed about the steps necessary to protect oneself and their family. Understanding […]

Prince Edward County teams up with Enbridge Gas to tackle carbon monoxide deaths

Enbridge Gas Inc. and Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue have come together with the shared mission of reducing fire and carbon monoxide-related fatalities. Combating carbon monoxide deaths through Safe Community Project Zero Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue recently received a donation of 246 combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms through the Safe Community […]

Fatal Brooklyn fire linked to unregulated lithium-ion battery prompts FDNY warning

Brooklyn fire caused by unregulated lithium-ion battery As reported by the FDNY, a fire in Brooklyn early Wednesday morning, October 16, 2024, was caused by a failed lithium-ion battery. The fire, which broke out shortly before 4 a.m. at Box 3606, tragically claimed the life of a 69-year-old man. FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker addressed […]

Safety tips for Texans in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl

Recovery efforts underway in Texas after Hurricane Beryl As residents of Texas are recovering from the impact of Hurricane Beryl, FEMA is urging those affected to take necessary precautions while assessing damage and beginning cleanup efforts. With millions of people still without power, extreme heat remains a significant concern. The storm continues to move northeast […]

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