Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 2. We turn our clocks back and gain an hour, and the perfect way to spend that hour is replacing the batteries in your smoke detectors. But have you thought about replacing your smoke detectors, as well?
The National Fire Protection Association urges homeowners to replace smoke alarms that are 10 years or older. "Older smoke alarms are estimated to have a 30 percent probability of failure," the association states, adding that it's also a good idea to buy new alarms when moving. "Unless you know that the smoke alarms are new, replacing them when moving into a new residence is recommended."
Also, according to a report by the American Journal of Public Health, pedestrian fatalities quadruple during the period just after Daylight Saving Time ends. Safety experts remind drivers to turn on their headlights at dusk, slow down, and keep an eye out for pedestrians. When you're a pedestrian, be extra-aware of drivers!
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