Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms in Hawkesbury Homes
Almost 40 per cent of Hawkesbury homes inspected do not have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
According to the Hawkesbury Fire Department, during Residential Fire Prevention Visits in 2025, firefighters found that 39 per cent of homes were not compliant with the Ontario Fire Code—most due to missing or defective smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms.
- Residents are reminded not to remove their smoke alarm.
- Use the hush button if the alarm accidentally goes off.
Working smoke and CO alarms are not just required by law—they are essential to keeping you and your family safe.
Author summary: Many homes lack working smoke alarms.
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