Norwich City Fire Chief Jan Papelino proposed a smoke detector program that would allow fire fighters to check the status of residents’ current smoke detectors. It would also allow firefighters to provide and install smoke detectors to residents at no cost.

NORWICH – At Monday night’s common council meeting, Norwich City Fire Chief Jan Papelino proposed a smoke detector program that could potentially provide free smoke detectors to residents in need.

According to Papelino, the program would require firefighters to inquire about the residents’ current coverage of smoke detectors in the home and aid them in making sure they're fully protected.

The fire department runs into all kinds of issues with residents smoke detector setups. From smoke detectors sitting in a box on the shelf, to incorrect installation, to simply a complete lack of detectors in the home.