Are your smoke alarms installed in Dead Zones?
The best place to install a smoke alarm is the highest point possible on the ceiling. However, wall installation is acceptable. No matter whether you install them on the wall or ceiling, it is important to avoid dead zones. These are areas where smoke from a fire will not reach until the fire is far advanced. The illustration below shows the dead zone or red zone. Avoid installing alarms in this area.
Verde resident and do not have a working smoke alarm? Do you know someone in need of smoke alarms? Apply to have one installed. Fax it to 567-2444 or drop it by Station 83 located on Salt Mine Rd at Hwy 260.
Invitation to join the SAFE Team.
Contact Barbara Rice at 567-9401 or safeteam@campverdefire.org for more information on how you can be part of this endeavor.