SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The state fire marshal wants Illinoisans to use the end of daylight saving time at two Sunday morning as a reminder to check their smoke alarms.
Illinois State Fire Marshal Matt Perez says he recommends testing smoke alarms once a month, but the time change is a good time to test, inspect and replace expired smoke alarms. He says it’s also a good chance to replace the batteries in alarms.
In 2019, Illinois authorities reported 91 people died as a result of fires at home.
You need to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed Saturday night in order to be on time Sunday morning.
