The contribution received by the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department will be used for fire prevention activities. In accepting the contribution, Deputy Chief Lau said that the contribution will help with the Smoke Detector Program. Smoke detectors and batteries are available without charge to residents that do not have a working smoke detector. In addition, the department will check for working smoke detectors on all calls for service. If the resident does not have a working smoke detector, one will be provided at that time.
Working smoke detectors have
been credited with saving countless lives and significantly reducing property
loss.