On Sunday, November 7, 2021, Austinites will “fall back” with the end of Daylight Saving Time, moving their clocks back one hour until the spring. As that happens, the Austin Fire Department is urging everyone to use the time change as a reminder to check the batteries in their smoke alarms, and to replace them if necessary.
“A working smoke alarm is the cheapest life insurance money can buy,” said Fire Chief Joel G. Baker. “It only takes a few minutes to check and change the batteries, but it could save your life. And remember: all smoke alarms should be replaced after 10 years. If you don’t know how to determine the manufacturer date for your smoke alarms, we can help with that, too, so call us!”
According to AFD, the number one reason that lives are saved in a fire is the presence of a working smoke alarm. If you or someone you know needs smoke alarms, AFD will provide and install them for free. Just call their smoke alarm line at (512) 974-0299.
