While many are off work Monday, volunteers in New Jersey say it's a day 'on.' jennamdeangelis reports.
"In the spirit of Dr. King, and in the spirit of service, we are here helping vulnerable families," saidThe city of Paterson and its fire department are teaming up with the American Red Cross for this day of service. Julie Siciliano is one of about 50 volunteers who participated.
Events like this are part of the Home Fire Campaign launched by the Red Cross in 2014 to reduce fire deaths and injuries. "Without a doubt. I can tell you in my 10 years, our fires have decreased about 40% or more," said Paterson Fire Chief Brian McDermott."Thankfully, more often than not now, we're finding fires at very smaller stage, and it's due to the presence of smoke detectors."
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