Hayward Rotary has a tradition of helping fund distribution of smoke detectors to Hayward citizens through the fire department. Club members will get an update on this effort from Hayward firefighters as part of Smoke Prevention Week at its meeting of Sept. 29 at the Masonic Hall, 1074 B St.
Since 2014, Hayward Rotary and other sponsors have provided hundreds of smoke detectors to the fire department for distribution to residents that need them.
California law mandates that all residential properties must be equipped with smoke detectors. These devices must be installed in each sleeping area, outside each sleeping area in the immediate vicinity, and on every level of the dwelling, including basements.
Smoke detectors must be battery-operated or hardwired with a battery backup.