The neighborhood of Cashion in Historic Avondale is set to receive a safety upgrade, as the Avondale Fire and Medical Department joins forces with the Avondale Neighborhood and Family Services Department to distribute free smoke alarms to residents. This initiative, aiming to reach at least 500 homes, will unfold on October 26, 2024, when volunteers will begin going door-to-door at 9 a.m. to deliver these potentially lifesaving devices, as well as educate residents on proper installation. According to a recent news release, the alarms come at no cost and require no action from residents to participate in the program.
The importance of having a working smoke alarm can not be overstated, as "nearly three out of five fire deaths occur in homes without working smoke alarms," while "more than one-third of home fire deaths result from fires where no smoke alarms are present," according to the National Fire Protection Association. Installing a functional smoke alarm has been shown to potentially cut the risk of dying in a house fire by half.
Community involvement is a crucial aspect of this effort, with the department actively seeking volunteers to help distribute smoke alarms. Anyone looking to contribute their time can sign up via the provided link. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Avondale Fire and Medical Department at (623) 333-6000, helping to ensure that residents have access to vital fire prevention tools.
