Video B-Roll available via CNW - General fire safety information

TORONTO, March 12 /CNW/ - The following video is available on CNW's Broadcast On-Demand web download:

SUMMARY:

Working smoke alarms save lives. In the wake of Toronto's terrible fire tragedy this week, homeowners are reminded to:

1) install one smoke alarm per floor and outside sleeping areas

2) never remove a smoke alarm from the ceiling due to a nuisance alarm

3) install fresh batteries in all smoke and CO alarms at least annually

4) replace smoke alarms older than 10 years old, and

5) practice a home fire Escape Plan together with the family

Free Fire Escape Planning Guides and safety tips are available for download at www.safeathome.ca

SHOT LIST:

1. Various B-roll

Exterior general fire shots

Removing outdated smoke alarm

Inserting fresh batteries into new smoke alarm

Installing new smoke alarm

Family views website

2. Interview

Home Fire Safety Specialist

Carol Heller

Kidde Canada

WEB Video Preview and Download link:

http://cnw.pathfireondemand.com/viewpackage.action?packageid=330

TIME OF POSTING: 5:00 PM ET

DATE OF POSTING: March 12, 2010

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