Tipperary Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging people aged 65 and over to apply for a free smoke alarm and installation under the Community Smoke Alarm Scheme, aimed at protecting the most vulnerable households across the county.
The scheme targets those at greatest risk in the event of a house fire, including older people, people living alone and residents in isolated rural areas, by providing and fitting smoke alarms where needed.
Tipperary Fire and Rescue Service said it is working to increase the number of smoke alarms in homes countywide, with the goal of ensuring a minimum of two working smoke alarms in every home.
A spokesperson said: “Smoke alarms provide an early warning that can save lives. We are urging households, particularly those with older residents or anyone living alone, to apply and to make sure their alarms are working.”
National fire safety advice consistently stresses that many fatal fires occur in homes without a working smoke alarm, underlining the importance of fitting and maintaining alarms.
How to apply.
Application forms: Same are available online through Tipperary County Council and can be returned by email or by post/hand delivery.
Email: smokealarms@tipperarycoco.ie
Post/Hand delivery: Smoke Alarms, Fire Service HQ, Nenagh Fire Station, Limerick Road, Nenagh
Simple safety checks
Tipperary Fire and Rescue Service is also reminding households to:
- Ensure there are at least two working smoke alarms, including one on each level of the home.
- Keep exits clear and have an escape plan.
For general council contact details, see Tipperary Fire and Rescue Service information pages HERE.
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