Message from the
chief
A properly maintained smoke alarm nearly
doubles your chances of survival in a residential structure
fire. To ensure that your smoke alarms are functioning
properly, depress the “test” button monthly and change the
batteries twice annually. Furthermore, a smoke alarm older
than ten years should be replaced.
I would like to take this opportunity to inform all
residents of the following safety tips are simple actions
that you can take to ensure the safety of your family.
Create an escape plan from your home. Make sure that your
plan includes two ways out of every room and a meeting place
outside.
Practice your plan with children, visiting guests and
relatives.
Never disable an alarm or “borrow” its battery for
another use.
Test smoke alarms monthly.
Assume that a ringing alarm indicates that there is an
incident and evacuate immediately.
Never go back inside for any reason! Meet the
firefighters outside to inform us of anyone trapped.
On behalf of the Princess Anne Fire Department, I implore
all residents to take this opportunity to protect your
family. If you need assistance with your smoke alarms or
have any questions, please contact our Fire Prevention
Office at 555-555-555
Sincerely,
JR, Fire Chief
