Daylight Saving Time Begins: Turn The Clock Forward 1 Hour

You know the Daylight Saving Time routine, you just need to remember when to do it.

It's that time again—2 a.m., Sunday, March 10 marks the beginning of Daylight Saving Time, which means you're losing an hour of sleep. Move that clock forward one hour before you head to bed or go out for a night on the town.

More than just flipping the hour hand forward, Daylight Saving Time is also a good time to change the batteries in your smoke alarms.

Here are some timeless tips provided from the Sarasota County Fire Marshal's office to Patch:

Install smoke alarms on every level of the home.

For extra safety, install smoke alarms both inside and outside any sleeping areas, especially if family members sleep with their bedroom doors closed.

Keep smoke alarms clean because dust may prevent them from working properly.

Regularly vacuum smoke alarms.

Replace the battery if you hear a “chirping” noise since that could mean the battery is low.

Replace smoke alarms about every 10 years.

Write the purchase date with a marker on the back of the smoke alarm.

Weather radios also are as important as smoke alarms in saving lives.