To date, it has reached more than 1.7 million people and saved more than 550 lives nationwide, including 21 in the Western and Central New York Region, according to the Red Cross.įollow Maggie Gilroy on Twitter our journalism and become a digital subscriber today. The Sound the Alarm events are part of the Home Fire Campaign, launched in 2014 by the Red Cross to reduce fire deaths and injuries. Those who wish to volunteer at the events can visit that website as well. The services are free and available to all in need. Volunteers will also go door-to-door to install free smoke alarms and help families create home fire escape plans. 12 sec ago Smoke detector VALDOSTA Valdosta Fire Department in partnership with the American Red Cross will be conducting a Smoke Alarm Blitz, 9 a.m.-noon, June 3, 17 and June 24.
The Red Cross' Southern Tier Chapter will hold home fire safety and smoke alarm installation events during that two-week period.
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