The City of Victoria reminds you to change your household smoke alarm batteries this weekend when Daylight Saving Time begins.
Clocks “spring forward” one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 10.
City officials say residents should test smoke alarms once a month and change smoke alarm batteries routinely in the spring and fall when clocks are changed. Replacing a smoke alarm that is more than 10 years old is recommended.
You can arrange for a free home smoke alarm home visit by a Fire Prevention Officer, who will determine the best locations for a smoke alarm or test existing ones.
If you live in a single family home, duplex or townhouse and require a new smoke alarm, you may be eligible to receive one free of charge.
The service is available to anyone who resides in the City of Victoria.