10/28/2026
Clocks roll back this weekend. The dreaded Seasonal Depression Disorder season is on it's way!!
⏰️⏰️⏰️ Daylight Savings Time Ends ⏰️⏰️ ⏰️
Sunday, November, 1st. at 2:00am
Not only should you set your clocks back one hour before bed Saturday night, you should be doing a few Life Safety chores...
âš« Change Smoke Alarm Batteries - Now is the time to replace all of your batteries in alarms.
âš« Check the Alarm for Debris - Vacuum out or blow out the device. Dust and insects can cause alarms to activate when there is no hazard.
âš« Check the Dates on Alarms - Did you know there are actual dates on them? It is highly recommend that you change out smoke alarms every 10 years. Look on the back for a Manufacturer date. Add 10 years to that date to get the recommended replacement year. - You should replace expired devices with ones that have a 10 year sealed battery. These type have a battery inside that does not need to be changed out.
âš« Change out Batteries on your Carbon Monoxide Alarm - Just like your Smoke Alarm, now is the time to replace these batteries as well.
âš« Check the Dates on Carbon Monoxide Alarms - Like Smoke Alarms, CO Alarms has an life cycle, too. It is recommended to change them out every 7 years. These alarms have a sensor that expires after a certain time. Read the instructions on the back to see when the Manufacturer date is. Add 7 years to it to determine when the recommended replacement year is.
âš« Change the Batteries in your Weather Radio and Flashlights - Severe Weather can happen anytime of the year... Be prepared for weather alerts and power outages
âš« Check your Fire Extinguishers - check the pressure on the gauge (if equipped), check the seal to make sure it hasn't been pulled, check the nozzle for debris. You can turn extinguishers upside down and shake to help keep powder from settling. Disposable Extinguishers are recommend to be replaced every 12 years.
These simple chores may save a life. Take a few minutes and do the checklist.
