Fire and Rescue NSW are advising that this Sunday, June 1, is Smoke Alarm Action Day, an annual, nationwide day of action supported and endorsed by emergency services from every state and territory that encourages people to test their smoke alarm.
“We know that a working smoke alarm is the best early warning sign of a fire and cuts the risk of fire-related deaths in half, and yet last year, nearly half the homes damaged or destroyed by fire in NSW did not have a working smoke alarm,” a Fire and recue NSW spokesperson said.
“It’s time for the community to stop being complacent about their own safety.”
By coming together once a year, every year, for Smoke Alarm Action Day, they revealed, we can send a powerful and united message that amplifies the urgency and importance of smoke alarm compliance and maintenance.
“This also marks the beginning of our Winter Fire Safety Campaign, which is focused on educating the public on how to be fire safe during the higher risk months,” the spokesperson concluded.
