Local Fire Departments Receive Hundreds of Free Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Local fire departments across the Shenandoah Valley, including those in Harrisonburg, Staunton, and Shenandoah County, received nearly 600 free carbon monoxide detectors through a program by Columbia Gas of Virginia and partners to help protect residents.
Harrisonburg, VA, November 2, 2026 —
Local fire departments throughout the Shenandoah Valley have received a significant donation of safety equipment aimed at enhancing resident protection. Nearly 600 free carbon monoxide (CO) detectors were distributed to fire departments serving communities including Harrisonburg, Staunton, and Shenandoah County.
The initiative was made possible through a collaborative effort involving Columbia Gas of Virginia and its partners. The program’s objective is to bolster the safety of residents by providing essential CO detection devices to households that may not otherwise have them.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can be produced by the incomplete burning of fuels. It is a significant safety hazard, and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that homes be equipped with CO alarms.
The distribution targeted fire departments, which are often on the front lines of community safety and have established channels for reaching residents. While the exact breakdown of detectors per department or the specific partner organizations beyond Columbia Gas of Virginia were not detailed, the overall number of detectors signifies a substantial contribution to home safety across the region.
The program highlights the ongoing need for awareness and preventative measures against CO poisoning. Residents are encouraged to ensure their homes have working CO detectors, typically installed on every level of the home and outside sleeping areas, as recommended by safety experts.
Story summarized from the original created by BriAsia Kelley on www.whsv.com, see more information here.
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