So it was hard for me to believe that last weekend was Daylight Savings Time already. I mean I feel like we just turned the clocks ahead and now we are turning them back already, which to me means winter is here. By winter I think of snow, getting dark early and basically not going out!
Well November 4th not only was the day we got an extra hour of sleep, but it also marked the 25th anniversery of the annual Change Your Clock Change Your Battery program. Energizer and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) once again worked with local fire departments nationwide to raise awareness on the importance of working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. These devices are a must-have to help families stay safe in their homes.
Did you know that 38% of fatal fire injuries occur in homes with no smoke alarms, while 24% occur in homes in which at least one smoke alarm is present but fails to operate, frequently due to dead or missing batteries (according to the Fire Analysis and Research Division of the National Fire Protection Association.)
Energizer wants everyone to stay safe and is asking that you make sure you change the batteries in both your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. It is the easiest to do while you are going around and changing all your clocks and it makes it easy to remember! Changing a battery could really mean the difference between life or death.
For some extra safety tips and advice you can also print out some Fun Safety sheets for kids, an Escape Plan Grid and more through the Energizer Facebook page.
The Change Your Clock Change Your Battery program is just one of the ways Energizer brings to life the company’s commitment to making a positive impact in communities across the country.
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I also want to comment on just how cool the flashlight and candle is from Energizer:
This Energizer flashlight has LED lights, can use different batteries, has a whistle alarm attached for emergencies and a safety checklist on it:
How cool is that – you can use 2 AA, 2 AAA OR 2 C batteries!
And finally the Energizer Flameless candle looks awesome:
BUY IT: Look for Energizer batteries at a mass retailer near you.
WIN IT: (1) US winner will receive an Energizer Family Safety Kit
Contains:
- Reusable grocery tote
- One 2-pack of Energizer® MAX® Batteries (9v) with Power Seal Technology – Dependable, powerful performance for the devices that help keep your family safe; now hold their charge when stored for up to 5 years
- One Energizer® Flameless Wax Candle – Enjoy the realistic flicker of a scented wax candle without the worry of open flame or hassle of soot and dripping wax
- One Energizer® Weatheready® Safety Light – Waterproof flashlight powered by AA, AAA or C cell batteries; includes safety whistle and imprinted preparedness checklist
- One Kidde Battery-Operated Combination Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Alarm
The total value of the Family Safety Kit is approximately $78 per kit.
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Kellie Rose Wilson says
We always have flashlights ready with fresh batteries in the house
Sarah Harding says
Must have a winter emergency kit for the car.
Kim Reid says
We always try to keep extra batteries around, thanks!
shirley zolenski says
A must have safety item is batteries
carol lewis says
have a place to meet
Charlene says
Both a carbon monoxide detector & a smoke alarm are must haves in any home.
Gaines Simmons says
Ear plugs and a well-maintained vehicle.
Vikki Billings says
Everyone should have a carbon dioxide sensor
Marty Harris says
First aid kit
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kathy pease says
a must have for us is 4 gallon jugs of water..we always stock up in case
sandra davis says
definately flash light
Sue Hull says
First aid kit and water. Thank you for the great giveaway! 🙂
David Balkin says
Always have an emergency kit in case of a disaster!
dorothy says
fire ext. by the stove.
jenny says
I gave my kids all flashlights in their stockings last year….that way when we loose power they could each have their own.
Pameula Henson says
I keep candles, flash light, weather radio, and ready to eat meals and water on hand.
Sarah says
Must have flashlights in every bedroom.
Kayla says
We have flashlights all over the house! It’s a necessity!
Richard Hicks says
one tip is to make sure everyone knows what to do in an emergency before it happens!
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Jennifer Reed says
A few must have items for my family for emergency situations are family medications and medical information.
Tina says
I try to have several bottles on water on hand as well as batteries. I really want a flashlight that stays plugged into the wall and comes on when the power goes out.
Gianna says
First aid kit.
Hesper Fry says
Flashlights and batteries are a must have for us.
Karen says
I keep food, water, batteries and candles. Thanks for the giveaway.
Nance Meyer says
Batteries and extra water
Daniel M says
first aid kit is a must!
Jemima Puddleduck says
Use flashlights instead of candles…don’t want to strike a match if there is a gas leak
Christine says
We are getting a new generator for Christmas.
Thanks for the chance!
Ani says
Flashlights with extra batteries are a must for us so when the power’s out we can see our way around the house.
Jessica Cox says
bottled water is a must
Denise S says
We must have candles and flashlights.
FRANK S says
Flashlights
MaryR says
Definitely have flashlights and batteries.
Mary Anderson says
We keep a flashlight in every room.
Christy says
A must have for us is to have lots of batteries and flashlights.
James E says
glowsticks and a battery powered lantern
Gina H. says
Keep extra medication & prescriptions in your emergency kit.
Lori S says
Have flashlights ready.
Thanks!
stony says
We have fire extinguishers and extra batteries for flashlights, and a crank radio
Claire says
For power failures, batteries are essential for flashlights and radios.
Donna George says
Definitely batteries. Plenty of flashlights, not so many batteries
Letessha Williams says
meds–my son has epilepsy
Dorothy D says
fire extinguisher in kitchen
Stephanie Larison says
Flashlight with batteries
Jacie says
Smoke alarms, fire extinguisher (we had to use it once, unfortunately, but it saved our house, and a family exit plan!
Julie Lynn Bickham says
Smoke alarms are a must!
Sheila K. says
We have several fire extinguishers around the house!
Jan Messali says
My tip is to make sure everyone in the family knows your emergency meeting spot in case you have to evacuate.
Jess McCarthy says
Keep a fire extinguisher by the bed of everyone old enough to operate it safely!
PAIGE CHANDLER says
Must must must have a working flashlight.
Daniel M says
fire extinguisher is a must have item, along with a first aid kit
Sarah Hall says
Always make sure that you have several flashlights in your home and fresh batteries for them in case of an emergency at night or a bad storm.
Katie Morris Crider says
A fire ladder is a must have for our upstairs.
Terra Heck says
Warm blankets are must-haves for my family. We keep a lot in an extra closet and in our vehicles in case the cars break down or we lose power in winter. Thanks.
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kath guerra says
i have an small old duffle bag with stuff we’d need in an emergency, a wind up flashlight and radio, some batteries, waterproof matches and candles, first aid kit, etc.
Rosanne says
Having radon levels checked in my basement
christy r. says
HI,
My safety tip is have a safe place to meet in case of a fire.
Thanks
Christine says
need a generator
Don D says
Being in tornado alley…we have our candles, battery radio and flashlight all ready.
nannypanpan says
we’ve learned to have a full tank of gas
Vanessa says
carbon monoxide detector
Monique Rizzo says
A first aid kit!
Thanks for the chance.
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Donna L says
We have a large supply of bottled water.
virgomomwriter says
I keep the phone number for the electric company (to report outages) accessible, because when it’s dark, it’s hard to find!
Ann Fantom says
A first aid kit is a must have item for our family
Cynthia C says
For power failures, batteries are essential for flashlights and radios.
Margaret Smith says
After loosing our power for almost 2 weeks after superstorm Sandy hit us, I’ve found that having good flashlights and a good radio is must haves and of course a stock of batteries.
Ms. T says
Only thing I would need is the smoke alarm & wax candle..
Christian Alejandro N. says
My tip is to not underesetimate the importance of doing a drill every now and then.
Jennifer Young says
Go over your fire safety plans often, especially with young children so they remember!
Carrie Phelps says
My must have is flashlights with a lot of spare batteries.
Karen Glatt says
We must have batteries and plenty of flashlights in case of emergence, and good working smoke detectors! The only batteries I trust are Energizer!
LaTanya says
we always have candles and flashlights on hand
Louis says
have a battery powered radio!
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debbie jackson says
bottled water is our must have
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Ellen B says
flashlights – need them ready
sandra says
bandaids are a must have for us
deb c says
A fire extinguisher, flashlights, first aid kit
Terri Betz says
Batteries! We have lots of flashlights and touch lamps that run off of batteries! We always need them actually! 🙂
Michelle Hill says
My Carbon monoxide detector is must for my 4 kids and myself
Lisa Brown says
Must haves are extra light sources when the power goes out.
Margie says
We have several large candles handy, in case of a black-out.
Thanks for the giveaway.
Sandy VanHoey says
A must have for us is our generator
Jennifer says
I keep cleaning supplies up high out of reach!