High Wind Warning

The High wind warning includes Cowlitz County today. Strongest winds should be between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. with gusts between 35 mph and 50 mph. Entire forecast from the National Weather Service:https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=1226145

Check those smoke detectors!

Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 13. It’s time to turn your clocks forward. It’s also a great opportunity to test your smoke alarms.

The United States Fire Administration (USFA) encourages you to check your smoke alarms at least once a month, by pushing the test button on the alarm. USFA estimates that more than 2,500 people die in home fires each year in the United States largely due to non-functioning smoke alarms. A functioning smoke alarm can be the difference between life and death.

USFA offers these life-saving tips to protect your family from a home fire:

• Install smoke alarms in every bedroom;

• Install interconnected smoke alarms in your home, so when one alarms sounds they all sound; and

• Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or older.

You can find more information to protect your household against a fire on the USFA website.