Fire department collecting defective smoke alarms

The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department will be out Saturday replacing counterfeit smoke alarms, previously distributed near Pryor Road.

Homes on Bonds Drive, Amal Drive, Ashwood Avenue, Giben Road, Pickfair Way and Pickfair Avenue will be targeted for replacements. The alarm being recalled can be identified by a silver UL label affixed to the back of the unit, as well as by three sets of vents on the front side.

Anyone who thinks they they have one of these alarms should call 404-546-2733 or email smokealarm@atlantaga.gov to schedule an inspection and free replacement.

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