2TRENTON, NJ – As New Jersey residents prepare to turn their clocks back one hour tonight for the end of Daylight Saving Time, fire officials are urging everyone to also test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

The seasonal time change serves as a critical reminder to inspect safety devices, replace batteries, and make sure every alarm in the home is working properly.

Officials say these few minutes of effort can make the difference between life and death in the event of a home fire or gas emergency.

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Clocks fall back one hour tonight as Daylight Saving Time ends

New Jersey fire officials urge residents to test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

Functional alarms and fresh batteries dramatically reduce fire fatalities

State officials promote fire safety during clock change

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