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Smoke Alarms Save Tumalo Family in House Fire

Staff Report / Bendlocal.org

**Working Smoke Alarms Help Tumalo Family Escape House Fire Safely**

A Tumalo family was able to escape safely from a house fire, thanks to their working smoke alarms. According to Bend Fire & Rescue in Bend, Oregon, the incident highlights the life-saving importance of regularly maintaining smoke alarms in homes.

Reports indicate that this month, fire crews responded to multiple overnight house fires where working smoke alarms alerted residents in time, allowing them to evacuate without injury. These incidents emphasize how crucial it is to have properly functioning smoke detectors in every household.

Smoke alarms have a typical lifespan of 10 years, but their batteries should be replaced annually to ensure they remain operational. This can prevent the familiar chirping sound signaling a low battery and, more importantly, can provide critical warning time in the event of a fire.

Bend Fire & Rescue also recommends families create a fire escape plan, ensuring everyone knows the safest way to exit the house during an emergency. These preparedness steps can make a significant difference in avoiding injuries or fatalities during a fire.

Smoke alarms and escape plans remain vital components of fire safety, helping protect lives in potentially dangerous situations.

Source: Bend Fire & Rescue

Source Type: Fire

Source Location: Bend

Feb 25, 2025 at 2:56 PM

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