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**Casa Grande Fire Department Calls for Volunteers for Annual Smoke Alarm Walk**

The Casa Grande Fire Department is seeking volunteers for their Annual Smoke Alarm Walk, an event aimed at improving community safety by installing free smoke alarms in local homes. The event will take place on **Saturday, February 22**, from **9 a.m. to 12 p.m.** at **Safari Mobile Home Park, 120 W O'Neil Dr., Casa Grande**.

No prior experience is required to participate. Volunteers only need to bring a willingness to help. Training will be provided on the day of the event, along with a free breakfast for participants.

This community initiative aims to ensure that more homes are equipped with functioning smoke alarms, which can save lives in case of a fire. For more information or to sign up as a volunteer, email **martha_bender@cgfd.gov**.

Help make Casa Grande a safer place for everyone by joining this worthwhile cause!

Source: Casa Grande Fire Department | Facebook

Source Type: Fire

Source Location:

Casa Grande, AZ

377 E. Val Vista Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ

https://www.facebook.com/753493126823429/posts/1053157116857027

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