Hi Friends, it’s Hot Dog. Fire Prevention Week is coming to a close and it’s been a great one! This year’s campaign was: “Don’t Wait – Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years.” Members of the FDNY Fire Safety Education Unit, Siren and I went to all five boroughs to share #FDNYSmart tips on how to keep your friends and family safe.
Friends, a working smoke alarm can cut your chances of dying in half. It lets everyone know where there’s a fire in your apartment, even when you are sleeping! This is why it’s important to make sure your smoke alarm works and is up to date! Don’t forget these important tips:
Check out some of the fun we had during the week educating new friends during Fire Prevention Week! You can see the Flickr album here. Don’t forget to read our safety tips at fdnysmart.org and be sure to follow us on Twitter! You can find Hot Dog and Siren here.
Lt. Frank Minetta with the FDNY Fire Safety Education Unit teaching new friends how to be #FDNYSmart.
Siren and I helping Lt. Anthony Mancuso with the FDNY Fire Safety Education Unit teach new friends the importance of making sure your smoke alarm is working and up to date.