Quincy, CA -As the Support Specialist for the Plumas County Fire Chiefs Association, Dale Ready has the privilege of working alongside our local fire departments and partners to strengthen community safety throughout Plumas County. One opportunity he would like to share-and gauge local interest in – is the American Red Cross “Sound the Alarm” program.
What is “Sound the Alarm”?
December 10, 2025
SOUND THE ALARM
Save a Life
Sound the Alarm is a national Red Cross initiative that partners with local fire agencies and volunteers to install free smoke alarms, educate residents about home fire safety, and help families create escape plans. The program has proven incredibly effective at
reducing fire-related injuries and deaths, especially in rural and high-risk areas like Plumas.
Why it matters here in Plumas County
Many homes are older, located in remote areas, and may not have working smoke alarms. Dale has seen firsthand that an early warning can make the difference between a close call and a tragedy. The Red Cross provides the equipment, training, and coordination support-and, as local partners, provide the local connections, outreach, and community trust.
How you can help
The Plumas County Fire Chiefs Association is exploring hosting a Sound the Alarm campaign in 2026, and we’re looking for:
Community partners (Firewise Communities, civic groups, neighborhood associations) Volunteers to help install alarms and share safety information Local contacts to help identify priority neighborhoods or at-risk households
If your organization or community would be interested in participating-or simply learning more please reach out to Dale, Together, we can bring this lifesaving program to more families across Plumas County.
Let’s continue working together to build safer, more resilient communities -one smoke alarm at a time.
Dale Ready
Email: [email protected]
Plumas County Fire Chiefs Seek Partners for Red Cross Sound the Alarm Safety Campaign
