Your home’s first line of defense against fires and smoke are its smoke detectors. These devices pick up on smoke in the air and alert you to its presence. The idea is that the alarm will activate and ...

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Carbon monoxide (CO), often referred to as the “silent killer,” is a gas that is colorless, odorless, and tasteless—and can build to toxic levels in your home in minutes. In fact, carbon monoxide ...

In honor of Fire Prevention Week, Allegheny County firefighters and the American Red Cross are reminding families how to prevent home fires.