Springfield, IL – Fire departments across Illinois are hitting the streets this week as part of the 2nd Annual “Be Alarmed!” Smoke Alarm Blitz, a statewide initiative aimed at reducing home fire deaths through free smoke alarm installations and safety education.
According to the Illinois State Fire Marshal, the campaign encourages local fire districts to install and test smoke alarms while educating residents about fire prevention. The Countryside Fire Protection District is among the departments participating, visiting homes to provide information and offer installations through the Be Alarmed! program.
Residents in the Countryside area can sign up for a free smoke alarm installation by calling 847-367-5511 or completing the department’s online form. The program, a collaboration between the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance, Illinois State Fire Marshal, and Illinois Community Risk Reduction, provides free alarms to qualifying residents statewide.
Organizers say the campaign not only improves household safety but also raises awareness of the importance of maintaining working smoke detectors, which can double a family’s chances of surviving a house fire.
Departments participating in the Blitz are encouraged to share photos of their installation efforts with the Fire Marshal’s office to highlight community outreach across Illinois.
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