Walker County / American Red Cross Free Smoke Alarm Program

How it works

Walker County Fire Rescue and the American Red Cross of Northwest Georgia partnered to provide free smoke alarms to residents. The county said it received a donation of 150 alarms to distribute in the community. Residents could request an alarm by phone, and firefighters would install it.

What the service covers

The announcement says smoke alarms are given out and installed for free. It also says the program includes special smoke alarms for hearing-impaired residents. In a later county post about the program, firefighters said they would also conduct a home safety survey during the visit.

Amounts and matching

No dollar amount is stated. The program is a free service with no homeowner match.

How to apply

Residents were instructed to call 706-539-1255 and press #2 for the Fire Marshal’s office to request an alarm.

Timing and availability

The county said alarms would be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the initial supply was exhausted, residents would be placed on a waiting list until more inventory became available.