Daylight Saving Time End Triggers Statewide Safety Alarm Checks

As Daylight Saving Time ends on November 2, 2025, several fire safety authorities across the U.S. are urging residents to use this occasion to check and maintain smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms in their homes. Smoke alarms should be installed in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on every level of a home, while carbon monoxide detectors are essential especially where fuel-burning appliances or attached garages exist. Authorities emphasize testing alarms monthly and replacing smoke detectors every 10 years, with batteries in some models lasting a decade and others needing annual replacement. In addition to checking alarms, families are encouraged to create and practice home escape plans to ensure safety in case of fire emergencies. The winter months bring increased fire risks due to heating equipment and holiday activities, making functional alarms vital for early warning and reducing fatalities, particularly in states like New York with high home fire death rates. Overall, these reminders highlight the importance of smoke and carbon monoxide detector maintenance alongside cautious behavior during darker evenings following the time change.