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The Broken Arrow City Council enacted a proclamation on Tuesday, October 4, declaring the week of October 9 through 15 as Fire Prevention Week.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, 60 percent of home fire deaths are a result of a residence without a smoke detector. Residents who have planned and practiced a home fire escape plan are more prepared and more likely to survive a fire. A working smoke detector is a major component of any fire prevention plan.
“Smoke detectors save lives,” said Chief Jeremy Moore of Broken Arrow Fire Department. “The most effective way to avoid the suffering of losing someone you love is to make sure that they have a working smoke detector and an escape plan in the event of a fire.”
In addition to the proclamation, BAFD produced a public service announcement to underscore the importance of a working smoke detector, so residents understand the significance of the alarm’s alerting system.
“Our goal with this PSA is to get homeowners attention and think about what’s most important in their lives. We all have busy schedules. But it only takes a few minutes twice a year to change out the battery in your smoke detector to make sure you and your family are alerted to your house being on fire,” said Deputy Fire Chief Philip Reid. You can watch the PSA by clicking the play button on the image below.
Since 2021, BAFD has installed 225 smoke detectors and replaced 115 batteries in Broken Arrow homes. Anyone who needs a smoke detector may call Broken Arrow Fire Department at 918-259-8360. The fire department offers one free smoke detector per home.
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