Small flashing red lights and chirping sounds every 30 to 60 seconds can mean it’s time to change a smoke alarm’s battery. Some models may have a green flashing light or announce “low battery,” so ...

This weekend we will be setting our clocks back and enjoying an extra hour of sleep. However, Daylight Saving Time also serves as a reminder to do another important task and change the batteries in ...

The Farmington Hills Fire Department urges everyone to change their smoke alarm batteries when changing their clocks from Daylight Saving Time back on Sunday, Nov. 6. “It’s an easy, inexpensive, and ...

As we spring ahead with daylight savings time Saturday night, remember to check your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Unless you have newer alarms with 10-year sealed batteries, this is a good time ...

The Brainerd fire chief recommends changing batteries in detectors at least twice a year. Daylight savings time ends early Sunday morning.

When you set back your clock, replace your batteries. Almost every cook has set off a smoke alarm or two. Aside from fanning smoke out of the kitchen, it can be a good way to know that it is indeed ...