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A surge in residential fires during the most recent 2023 winter season has prompted a renewed call for New South Wales (NSW) residents to ensure their smoke alarms are in working order. According to data from Fire and Rescue NSW, there were 1,063 fires in NSW homes this winter, marking a 12% increase compared to the previous year. Alarmingly, when NSW firefighters responded to these incidents, they discovered that nearly half of the affected homes lacked a functional smoke alarm! Fire and Rescue NSW Acting Assistant Commissioner David Felton posed a crucial question to residents: "When was the last time you checked your home's smoke alarm was working?" He emphasized the alarming fact that in almost half of the winter fires they responded to, there was no operational smoke detector. There were 115 reported injuries resulting from NSW house fires this winter, with eight deaths reported in 2023. In light of these concerning statistics, firefighters are urging households to f

  Smoke alarms are essential tools for home safety, alerting occupants to the presence of smoke or fire and giving them valuable time to escape. However, for the deaf and hard of hearing community, traditional smoke alarms that rely solely on sound are inadequate. In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of smoke alarms designed for the deaf and hard of hearing and discuss the various options available to ensure their safety. The Challenge Traditional smoke alarms emit a loud, piercing sound (85 decibels at 3m) when they detect smoke or fire. While this is effective for alerting those who can hear, it poses a significant challenge for individuals with hearing impairments. They may not be able to hear the alarm, putting them at greater risk during a fire emergency. Solution: Visual and Vibrating Alarms To address this issue, Red smoke alarms have developed the strobe light and vibrating pad (model RHIS) to cater to the needs of the deaf and hard of hearing. This device is in