Thibodaux family says smoke alarm saved their lives

Thibodaux family says smoke alarm saved their lives

As clocks spring forward this weekend, a Thibodaux family is sharing their story as a powerful reminder of the importance of working smoke alarms.On February 8, 2026, a smoke alarm helped save the lives of Otice Johnson, his wife Janice, and stepson Christopher.Around 6 a.m., Johnson was doing some cleaning in his home when the smoke alarm sounded. After searching for the source, he discovered flames in the sunroom and was able to extinguish the…