Why Emergency Exit Lights Are More Important Than Ever in Florida — And How to Make Sure Yours Work When You Need Them

AtoZ Fire • September 15, 2025

Even though we’ve had a few cooler nights this past weekend, don’t let your guard down—hurricane season is far from over. Last October, Florida was hit with not one, but two hurricanes, proving that storms can strike late in the year. Power outages, flooding, and fire risks don’t follow a schedule, which is why emergency lighting and fire preparedness should always be top of mind.

Emergency Exit Lights 101:

What they are: Emergency and exit lights are designed to guide people safely out of a building during blackouts, fires, or emergencies.


How they work:

  • Normally powered by your building’s AC electrical system.
  • Equipped with a backup battery that automatically kicks in during an outage.
  • Required to illuminate exits and paths of egress for at least 90 minutes during a power failure.

Testing & maintenance:

  • NFPA and Florida fire codes require regular testing to make sure units work.
  • Each light has a test button — when pressed, the fixture should switch to battery mode.
  • Batteries typically last 3–5 years and should be replaced proactively.

Placement:

  • Must clearly mark all exits and illuminate pathways.
  • Should be positioned so that no point in the exit path is more than 100 feet from an illuminated sign.

Who needs them:

  • Required in almost all commercial buildings, including offices, restaurants, retail, churches, schools, and apartments.
  • Even small businesses must comply to stay up to code.

Why It Matters Right Now:

Florida storms don’t just cause wind and flooding — they also cause power outages. Imagine your building full of people when the lights suddenly go out. Without working emergency and exit lighting, panic sets in and safe evacuation becomes nearly impossible.


That’s why A to Z Fire is making it more affordable than ever to stay safe and code-compliant:


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  • Up to 20% OFF Emergency & Exit Light Services (sales, install, maintenance).
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