New Brunswick ‘springs ahead’ to Daylight Saving Time this weekend
As Maritimers move their clocks ahead an hour this weekend, they are also encouraged to change the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Daylight time starts at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 8.
Fire officials everywhere encourage people to test their smoke and carbon monoxide detectors this weekend.
The Office of the Fire Marshal urges people to follow these steps to ensure their home is protected:
• Install smoke alarms in every sleeping area, outside each bedroom, and on every level of your home, including the basement.
• If your home has a garage or any heating device that uses wood, gas, oil or propane, install a carbon monoxide alarm outside each sleeping area.
• Alarms should be replaced every seven to 10 years in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.
• Press the test button on each smoke and carbon monoxide alarm monthly. If it sounds, it confirms power is present, and circuits are operating.
• Create and practise an escape plan with your family.
