Butler Township fire department teams up with Red Cross

BUTLER TWP — Pennsylvania had 208 fire deaths in 2023, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. The state’s rate of fire deaths is on the lower end compared to the other 49 states, but the American Red Cross and Butler Township Volunteer Fire District are working to lower it even more.

On Saturday morning, Sept. 27, the fire department teamed up with the Red Cross to install smoke detectors in residences in and around Butler Township. Firefighters further offered advice on how to prevent life-endangering fire in the home.

Mike Blessel, lead volunteer for the Red Cross and member of the Butler Township VFD, said more than 60 households had already registered to have smoke detectors installed by Thursday.

The installation of the s

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