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Smoke Detectors Help Save Lives In Home Fires
The article stresses smoke detectors can reduce fire deaths, noting Maryland and national statistics. It cites NFPA figures, recalls detectors from BER Electronics, explains ionization versus photoelectric types, and describes proper placement. Local residents like Richard McKnew share near-miss stories and advocate widespread installation and fire safety education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Absrmed Statan
Stational Fire Protection Association
United States
Canada
Great Britain
NFPA
Frederick County
Tim May
State Fire Marshal's Office
Maryland
James C. Robertson
Robertson
Montgomery County
Prince George's County
Massachusetts
Factory Mutual
Underwriters Laboratories Inc
BKR Electronics
U.S
Consumer Product Safety Commission
National Fire Administration
National Bureau of Standards
U.S. Department of Commerce
Nuclear Regulatory Commision
NRC
Richard McKnew
Monrovia
McKnew
Alafta Bourges
McKeew
New Market
Damascus
C&p Telephone Company
Washington, D.C
NBS