The Statesboro Fire Department has decided to postpone its planned smoke alarm blitz in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Originally scheduled for Saturday, October 5th, 2024, the event will be delayed to allow the community to recover from the storm's impact and ensure the safety of all involved.
The Smoke Alarm Blitz, part of the department's ongoing fire safety campaign, involves providing free smoke alarm installations and fire safety education to households in the area. Given the widespread recovery efforts and the potential for unsafe conditions following Hurricane Helene, the decision was made to prioritize community safety above all.
"Our primary concern is the well-being of our residents," said Tim Grams, Statesboro Fire Chief. "We know how important the smoke alarm blitz is, but right now, we need to ensure our community has the time and resources to recover from the hurricane."
A new date for the Smoke Alarm Blitz will be determined once recovery efforts have stabilized and conditions are favorable for the event. The Statesboro Fire Department remains committed to its mission of improving fire safety throughout the community and will provide updates on the rescheduling of the event as soon as possible.
Residents are encouraged to follow the department’s social media channels to stay updated on the new date for this smoke alarm blitz.
For more information, please contact the Statesboro Fire Department at 912-764-3473 or visit www.statesborofd.com.