CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - As we “fall back” one hour this weekend, it’s also a good time to make sure your smoke alarms are working. It may also be time to purchase updated smoke alarms. Ones ...

Properly installed smoke detectors are often the first line of defense against a house fire, keeping the homeowner informed and ready to take action. However, it's important that the smoke detector ...

Fire Marshal Les Pyeatt recommended that homeowners check their smoke alarm batteries periodically, at least yearly. A good time to check smoke alarm batteries is when the clock springs forward or ...

In a house fire, the people inside have just minutes to escape — and their lives can often be saved from properly installed and maintained smoke alarms throughout the home. Daylight saving time is ...

As Ohioans prepare for holiday festivities, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal is emphasizing the ...