HAMPTON ROADS, Va. – Any resident of any home should have a working smoke alarm and the cities of Hampton Roads have programs in place to make sure of this, free of charge. Each city offers some form ...

Whether you're renting a new place or sleeping at a home you've lived in for years, a nasty surprise waits at night: The sudden and irritating sound of your smoke alarm, waking everyone up for no ...

The NFPA advises that when choosing a new fire alarm, make sure that it meets certain safety standards for protection. There are a few organizations that test and set such industry standards for fire ...

Massachusetts State Fire Marshal Jon Davine speaks at a event at the Easthampton Fire Department to remind people to make sure they have working fire detectors. CAROL LOLLIS / Staff Photo EASTHAMPTON ...

Fire officials say it may have something to do with the high humidity from the rain. According to the Honolulu Fire Department, humidity, bugs and even dust can trigger smoke alarms to go off. HFD ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Properly installed smoke detectors are often the first line of defense against a house fire, keeping the homeowner informed and ...