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Council proclaims Oct. 6–12 Fire Prevention Week; county says it has installed 3,000+ smoke detectors since 2020

Horry County Council · September 17, 2024
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Summary

Chief Tanner presented Resolution R‑108‑2024 designating Oct. 6–12, 2024 as Fire Prevention Week in Horry County, highlighted the theme 'Smoke alarms: Make them work for you' and reported that Horry County Fire Rescue has installed more than 3,000 smoke detectors since 2020.

Chief Tanner presented resolution R‑108‑2024 asking the council to designate Oct. 6–12, 2024 as Fire Prevention Week in Horry County and outlined this year’s theme, "Smoke alarms make them work for you." He described a newly released community risk reduction handbook with home fire protection tips and noted the county's outreach work.

"Since 2020, your over 700 members of Horry County Fire Rescue has installed over 3,000 smoke detectors in this county," Chief Tanner said, emphasizing continuing outreach and prevention efforts. Council approved the resolution by voice vote.

Chief Tanner urged residents to check smoke alarms and use the handbook to reduce home fire risks; the council thanked crews in attendance.

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