Smoke detectors
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The importance of smoke detectors cannot be overestimated.
Most fires occur at night, while people sleep. The toxic gases from a fire can
numb your senses, disorient you and kill you while you sleep. For this reason,
smoke detectors are a must. With smoke detectors, your risk of dying in a home
fire is cut in half.
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Install a detector in every bedroom and keep one centrally
located on each floor of your home.
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Hallways and kitchens are especially good locations
for smoke detectors.
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Because smoke rises, mount smoke detectors either on
the ceiling or high on a wall (6-12 inches from the ceiling).
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Don't install smoke detectors by doors, windows or vents,
where drafts could affect their performance.
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