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Smoke Detector Program

Firefighters installing a smoke detector

Smoke detectors are essential for every home. The average time to safely exit a home filling with smoke is two minutes. Smoke detectors help alert you to the danger, providing early warning for you to get out of your home and call 911.

As a community service, Charlotte County Fire & EMS has a smoke detector program in which firefighters will assist residents with:

  • Checking smoke detectors to identify if the detectors are in working order.
  • Replacing batteries in existing, in date, working smoke detectors.
  • Installing non-electric, ten-year battery operated detectors provided by the resident.
  • Educating residents on the proper care of smoke detectors, fire safety tips and fire extinguisher information.
To schedule a smoke detector appointment email PSinfo@CharlotteCountyFL.gov or call Dawn Johnston at 941.833.5634 and provide:
  • Name
  • Address
  • Phone number
  • Number of smoke detectors in the home

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