06/02/2026
Last night, Pflugerville firefighters responded to a structure fire where a working smoke alarm played a critical role in protecting lives.
The homeowner reported that the smoke alarm activated, alerting the occupants to a problem. After cracking open the garage door, he encountered heavy smoke - shut the door, and immediately evacuated the home before calling 911.
Thanks to the early warning provided by the smoke detector and the quick decision to get out, everyone was able to safely escape the residence.
This incident serves as an important reminder: working smoke alarms save lives. Test your smoke alarms monthly, replace batteries as needed, and ensure alarms are installed in and around sleeping areas and on every level of your home.
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