Atlantic City Electric is recognizing Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 7-13, by donating 2,800 smoke alarms to local communities through its partners at the Southern New Jersey Fire Marshal’s Offices. This is the 20th year Atlantic City Electric has donated these important life-saving devices, as part of its efforts to join local emergency service personnel to help keep its customers and communities safe.
“Our dedication to our customers and communities goes beyond providing safe and reliable energy service,” stated Gary Stockbridge, Atlantic City Electric region president. “Donations, such as these smoke alarms, allow us to build on our commitment to safety and improve the lives of residents in South Jersey. We’re proud to be an active member in helping our communities stay safe all year long.”
Since 2000, Atlantic City Electric has worked with local emergency service providers to donate nearly 41,000 smoke alarms to communities across Southern New Jersey. Atlantic City Electric maintains close partnerships with local fire departments and other first responders, who work alongside Atlantic City Electric employees during storms and other emergencies.
Additionally, the company’s Emergency Services Partnership Program helps coordinate training, share best practices, and sponsor other charitable giving and volunteer activities with area emergency response teams throughout the year.
“Working smoke alarms are vital to help ensure the safety of residents throughout South Jersey,” stated Ed Conover, vice president, New Jersey Emergency Preparedness Association. “The smoke alarm donations will make an immediate difference by not only helping to keep residents safe, but by also raising fire safety awareness and empowering residents to adopt proper fire safety practices.”
Sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and established in 1925, Fire Prevention Week is an opportunity to bring awareness to the risks of fire and provide educational resources to promote fire safety practices. A few important tips from the NFPA on smoke alarm safety include:
- Installing smoke alarms in and outside of every bedroom of your home.
- Testing all smoke alarms at least once per month by pressing the “test” button, ensuring the alarm is working properly.
- Replacing all expired smoke alarms.
