COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) - The American Red Cross is kicking off its Sound the Alarm campaign to help reduce the number of deaths and injuries in home fires. Seven people die each day in a home fire in the U.S., according to the Red Cross. That's why the campaign is in full force, providing fire saf ety tips and installing free smoke alarms in central Ohio. Columbus to review 16-story student housing complex at corner of Lane and High With the help of the organization and its prevention efforts, more than 36,000 families in central and southern Ohio are prepared if a disaster occurs. The agency is teaming up with local fire departments hosting several installation events throughout the area, and providing free smoke alarms to homes that need them. The event will also provide educational resources on fire safety instruction and disaster preparedness as well. Below is a schedule of installation events in central Ohio: Columbus Division of Fire: March 29 Linden Community Center at 1350 Briarwood Avenue 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clinton Township Division of Fire: April 5 Clinton Township Division of Fire at 3820 Cleveland Avenue 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Anyone who needs a free smoke alarm can also call the Red Cross hotline at 844-207-4509. For additional information on the Sound the Alarm campaign or if you would like to volunteer at the events above, visit the American Red Cross website. ...read more read less