The modern hacker wields a number of tools that operate on the principle of heating things up to extremely high temperatures, so a smoke alarm is really a must-have piece of equipment. But in an ...

these safety staples have finally caught up with the fire risks posed by modern furniture. The most important update to the smoke alarm safety standards (known as the UL 217, 8th edition), which ...

It’s widely known that a smoke detector is a good ionizing radiation source, as they contain a small amount of americium-241, a side product of nuclear reactors. But what about other sources?

As daylight saving time approaches, the New Orleans Fire Department is reminding residents to take a moment to ensure their ...

For homes with hard-wired smoke alarm systems, the NOFD advises replacing the 9-volt backup batteries. For those relying on older stand-alone 9-volt alarms, the department is offering a valuable ...

Additionally, modern furnishings made of synthetic materials, like plastic and particleboard, burn faster than traditional solid wood. To stay safe, consider dual-sensor smoke detectors like the ...

Sound Detection functionality, which requires a Nest Aware subscription, is no longer offered on Google Home Max.

You may want to get rid of some clothes or reorganize your home, but one thing you should do is check your smoke detectors. Bangor Assistant Fire Chief Chandler Corriveau said it’s the perfect ...

Dustin explains to Elyse how using daylight savings can help remind you to change your smoke detector batteries ...