Whitby Fire Launches EverAlert in Whitby

Whitby firefighters will be knocking on thousands of doors this summer and fall to deliver fire safety information to residents and answer questions. The door-to-door campaign is part of their annual "Ever Alert" campaign.

This year’s message is clear: working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms save lives. Here’s what you need to know to help keep your family safe:

• Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms monthly;
• Replace batteries once a year or when the low-battery signal sounds;
• Install alarms on every floor and near bedrooms (following manufacturer instructions);
• Replace smoke alarms every 10 years and carbon monoxide alarms every 7 to 10 years (check your manual for details); and,
• Make and practice a fire escape plan with everyone in your home.

Residents are not required to let firefighters inside their homes.

To learn more about fire safety and alarm maintenance, visit whitby.ca/firesafety or follow @whitbyfire on Facebook and Instagram.