Steven Craig says he plugged his phone in just minutes after buying the new lead from a local shop. He stepped out, and came ...

Steven Craig had only just plugged his phone in after buying the new lead from a local shop and seconds later his bed was ...

Smoke episode 2 reveals the D&C arsonist and makes a big reveal in the cat and mouse game in the early episodes of the Apple ...

Handrail code violations and solution Stairways are high accident areas. Up-to-code handrails are important for safety. Improper Bathroom Venting Bathroom exhaust fans should vent to the outside, ...

Smoke alarm operates on a 120V wired power source with a 9-Volt alkaline battery backup; An 85-decibel alarm sounds & a red LED indicates the smoke detector is sensing smoke or fire; ...

Smart smoke detectors don't yet have the ability to directly call 911, but monitoring services like those for home security connected to the unit can contact help if you need it.

SHREVEPORT, La. — The Red Cross of Northwest Louisiana installed free smoke detectors in homes across Shreveport this week, following a string of recent house fires — some where residents ...

Q: About 10 years ago, I replaced the original wired smoke alarms in my home with wired dual sensors that use both photoelectric and ionization technology. Because I’ve read that ...

Stay safe by learning how to properly wire a smoke and carbon monoxide detector. This step-by-step guide walks you through the installation process to ensure your home is protected and up to code.

If a sound accompanies your smoke detector's flashing red light, however, it may mean that immediate action needs to be taken. The reasons for this can vary depending on your brand of smoke detector.

Most jurisdictions in Arizona now require hard-wired smoke alarms. This means the device is directly connected to your home's electrical wiring. They are more reliable than battery-operated units.

The most important update to the smoke alarm safety standards (known as the UL 217, 8th edition), which went into effect in 2024, means that new alarms are better at detecting both smoldering and ...