The Red Cross and its partners can test existing smoke alarms and install up to three free smoke alarms for those that need them.
To have smoke alarms installed in your home for free, fill out the form or call 1-800-564-1234.
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That’s why the American Red Cross is rallying volunteers to install free smoke alarms nationwide, as part of our Sound the Alarm events.
This year we’ll install free smoke alarms, create escape plans and share fire safety information.
Join us for a rewarding day at a Sound the Alarm event near you. Make an even greater impact and donate to help families prepare for, respond to and recover from home fires.
Home fires claim seven lives every day, but having working smoke alarms can cut the risk of death by half. That’s why the American Red Cross is rallying volunteers to install free smoke alarms, as part of our nationwide Sound the Alarm events.
The Massachusetts region is hosting Sound the Alarm events from April 29 - May 13. Join us for a rewarding day of volunteering at a Sound the Alarm event near you OR request a free smoke alarm installation! Sign up for an appointment to have up to three free smoke alarms installed by calling 1-800-564-1234.
Boston:
April 29
8 am - 3 pm
Springfield:
May 6
8 am - 3 pm
Salem:
May 6
8 am - 3 pm
New Bedford:
May 13
8 am - 3 pm
Leominister:
May 13
8 am - 3 pm
Volunteer to help families affected by home fires. *Not available in all locations.
Donate to support Home Fire Relief and help save lives.
Installed more than 31,000 smoke alarms
Created 12,000 evacuation plans
Installed more than 12,000 carbon monoxide dectectors
Conducted 12,738 in-home visits
Reached more than 11,200 youth with preparedness information
Visited 100 cities and towns in our region
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Prepare, respond and help families recover from home fires.