ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WDNews) — As Daylight Saving Time comes to an end on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, the City of Enterprise is reminding residents to take the opportunity to check their smoke detectors and replace the batteries.
“At Enterprise Fire, your safety is our top priority,” Enterprise Fire Chief Christopher Davis said. “Smoke detectors reduce your risk of dying in a house fire by almost half, and no one should go without them. Our goal is to have working smoke detectors in every home in the City of Enterprise.”
Davis emphasized that smoke detectors should be installed in every common area of the home and outside all bedrooms. He recommends testing alarms monthly, replacing batteries at least twice a year, and replacing the entire unit every 10 years.
“Smoke alarms fail most often because of missing or dead batteries,” Davis said. “Check your detectors when you change your clocks, test them weekly, and make sure everyone in your home knows the sound and what to do if it goes off.”
He also urged residents to review and practice their home fire escape plans. “Ensure every room has two ways out and that exit paths are clear. Watch for obstacles, especially with holiday decorations, and designate a safe meeting place outside so everyone knows where to go.”
As part of Fire Prevention Month, the Enterprise Fire Department recently completed its annual Smoke Detector Blitz, visiting more than 200 homes to install and distribute free smoke alarms. The department also hosted Fire Prevention Week activities, teaching fire safety and prevention to the community.
Local students participated in fire safety lessons through the department’s inflatable fire safety house, a project funded by the Alabama Power Foundation, giving them a hands-on learning experience.
The Enterprise Fire Department provides smoke detectors free of charge to city residents. For more information, contact the department at (334) 348-2641 or visit www.enterprisefd.com.
