Alarms equipped with smoke function effectively prevent tragic household fires in North Bay
In North Bay, a fire broke out on Lorne Avenue on Tuesday evening, with the local fire department, police, and paramedics responding swiftly to the scene. The fire started in a main-floor apartment and had spread to the attic, but the early notification from a functioning smoke alarm allowed the occupants of the basement apartment to safely evacuate with their pet.
Local Fire Chief Jason Whiteley emphasized the importance of having working smoke alarms. He stated that a working smoke alarm provides a chance to wake up, run, and live. Residents should know without doubt their home has a working smoke alarm, Whiteley added, and should test them every month. Installing smoke alarms on every storey and outside all sleeping areas is not just a recommendation, according to Whiteley, it's the law.
The fire service issued a reminder on electrical safety following the incident. They advised residents not to overload extension cords, and to check a cord's wattage rating, using a separate cord for each significant appliance, and avoiding daisy-chaining power strips. Fire officials also advised that cords should never be placed under rugs or through walls, as this can trap heat and cause a fire.
The Fire Prevention office is currently investigating the origin and cause of the fire, but a dollar figure for the damage has not yet been determined. The name of the place owner where the multilocal residential complex experienced the fire is not explicitly stated in the available search results.
Despite the spread of the fire, no one required further medical attention as a result of the fire. The evacuated tenants were assessed by EMS for smoke inhalation. Fire crews began an interior attack on the fire and searched the entire residence to ensure no one was left inside.
The incident serves as a reminder for the importance of fire safety and the role of working smoke alarms in saving lives. Whiteley stressed that a working smoke alarm provides a chance to wake up, run, and live, emphasizing the need for regular testing and proper installation of smoke alarms in every home.
