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Alarm saves residents

Denise Dion

Source: Summit Sun

Fire damage at the side of the house in Clyde Street

Jindabyne Fire Chief, David Farmer, has pointed to the importance of installing smoke detectors after newly installed detectors alerted occupants to a fire in a house in Jindabyne's Clyde Street. Fourteen fire officers and two appliances rushed to the single storey home to deal with the fire after the alarm was raised at 9.30pm last Saturday.

Captain Farmer said that the fire had started in a rear bedroom and the smoke detectors had alerted the occupants.

"The fire spread to the bathroom; there were three people in the house who all got out safely," he said.

Captain Farmer said that the house has smoke and heat damage throughout but "we saved the home."

Christine Byrne who is the daughter of one of the occupants said that her father is now staying with his sister in Jindabyne and reiterated the message about the smoke alarms.

"We're thanking our lucky stars right now, Ms Byrne said.

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Smoke alarms should be fitted outside each sleeping area and in each bedroom if the occupants smoke in the bedroom, have heaters or electrical appliances in their bedroom or if their door is shut preventing them from hearing the alarm outside their door.
Homeowners should test their alarm once a month by operating the test button and vacuum or use a soft brush to clear the grill on the smoke alarm every month or so to make sure it is dust free.Smoke and fire are killers that often strike while people are asleep. A well maintained smoke alarm is the surest way to protect your home and family.