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Fact or fiction? Busting 7 common fire safety myths

Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Reporter · Decatur, IL

With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.

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Reporter · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 8:35 PM · 1 min read
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Fact or fiction? Busting 7 common fire safety myths — Decatur Community news

(BPT) - If you believe that smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms will work indefinitely, you're not the only one. According to the 2026 First Alert® Safety Pulse survey*, only 7% of homeowners know that smoke and/or carbon monoxide alarms…

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