They dialed 911 from a cordless phone they alertly took with them from the house. Diane's quick thinking and the presence of a smoke detector saved her life, the lives of her two children, and saved the house from major damage. For the greatest level of safety, a smoke detector should be placed on every level of the home and tested monthly. Chief Stumpf and members of the Liberty Township Fire Department will also be on hand. Like a guard dog, a smoke detector stands watch over the home both day and night.
Most fatal fires occur during the night when people are sleeping and most vulnerable.
The Smoke D.O.G. Award recognizes individuals whose lives were saved by reacting appropriately to the warning sound of a smoke detector. It works to protect Ohioans by enforcing regulations involving construction, fire codes, financial institutions, investments, liquor control, real estate, and unclaimed funds. Information believed accurate but not guaranteed. The State of Ohio disclaims liability for any errors or omissions.