Advance warning of a fire from working smoke alarms greatly improves your chance of escaping when time really matters. Today’s fire can become deadly in a little as 2-3 minutes, you must have a plan. 

• Fire can spread very quickly through a building, keeping doors closed while sleeping will slow the spread of fire, heat and smoke.
• Smoke alarms should be installed on every level and in every room where someone sleeps.
• Every room where someone sleeps should have two ways out.
• Make a plan with all who live in your home, practice this plan monthly and include a meeting place outside of the home. Young children can easily forget what to do so be sure to review these safety messages with them often.

For more information check out these links:

• NFPA Home Fire Escape Planning 
• Close Before You Doze
•  Ready.gov Home Fires