Smoke Alarm/Address Signs

 

Smoke alarms save lives! Through early detection of a fire, the occupants of the building have time to escape. Clackamas Fire District recognizes the value of this early warning of a fire and is committed to getting smoke detectors into 100 percent of the homes in the fire district. To achieve this goal, the fire district ensures that each fire apparatus has a supply of smoke detectors that can be installed by the firefighters after an emergency call.

The fire district is also able to help homeowners help protect themselves! The firefighters of Clackamas Fire District can install smoke alarms for those who are physically unable to install them. Additionally, smoke alarms are available for those with limited financial resources. If you need assistance with installing a smoke alarm or would like to request a smoke alarm, please contact the Fire Marshal’s Office at 503-742-2660. You may also call or stop by the nearest fire station.

Homeowners are encouraged to make sure their home has properly marked address numbers. This helps us find your home when seconds matter. The house numbers should be at least 4” tall and of a contrasting color that will stand out. If your house is down a private drive, or cannot be seen from the public way, you’ll need to provide additional signage. It can be anything (monument, pole, or address sign) that helps us find you. Residents can make an address sign themselves if they’re handy, or there’re lots of options online. Firefighters are always available to help in making suggestions on a good location for home address numbers.