CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Cleveland Fire says 2025 has been the deadliest year for fires in the city since 2006, and we are only now approaching the time of the year when they expect an increase in house fires.

The cold weather increases heating-related fires, and the holidays bring cooking fires, according to Lt. Mike Norman of the Cleveland Fire Department.

CFD wanted to remind residents to check their smoke alarms when they change their clocks this weekend.

Cleveland residents can request FREE smoke alarms provided by the Red Cross and installed by Cleveland Firefighters by calling (216) 361-5535 and leaving their name, full address, and phone number.

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