Residents in Smiths Falls are being reminded to use the upcoming time change as an important moment to check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
Smiths Falls Fire Prevention Officer Jason Smith says the switch to Daylight Saving Time is a simple seasonal reminder to focus on fire safety at home.
Smith says homes should have working smoke alarms on every level, and new provincial rules that came into effect earlier this year now require carbon monoxide alarms on all levels of a residence as well.
The fire department also encourages people to take a few extra minutes during the time change to inspect safety equipment around the home.
Smith also recommends cleaning alarms and checking emergency supplies such as flashlights and fire extinguishers.
The clocks roll back Sunday morning at 2 a.m.