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Fact or fiction? Busting 7 common fire safety myths

Greg Ramirez
Greg Ramirez
Greg Ramirez
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A recent graduate from Illinois Wesleyan University, Greg has quickly made a name for himself in community journalism, writing for local newsletters and contributing to regional magazines. His work often focuses on cultural events and community outreach efforts.

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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 — Bloomington 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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