Availability of lifeguards seems to be the primary problem. The good news is that resources for the upcoming weekends should be available. Weekdays will be more difficult.
Self-management is under consideration for a short term solution. Three Certified Pool Operators are on-site to ensure the chemistry of the pool is safe. Insurance and Health Department issues have been identified and will be resolved as required.
Bottom line:
Be prepared. Pool closures may occur until the end of the season. This problem is compounded by the fact that lifeguards are less available after school starts in mid-August.
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The smoke alarm has a battery for back-up. Batteries should be changed once per year. Change all of them at the same time. Mark the date of replacement on each with a Sharpie pen.
When the water sprays, a general a evacuation alarm will sound. They are not connected to the smoke alarms.
There is no way to silence it from your condo. The strobe will flash along with every other strobe in the building. Leave the building. This is the real thing. If you don't smell smoke, leave anyway. If you smell smoke it may be too late. Modern fire systems rarely falsely alarm. The fire company is on its way, when this trips.
Fire Extinguishers are located in the hallway. Look for the one nearest your condo. If you need it, use it. It is usually better to pull the alarm box first then grab the extinguisher. You will also find several of them in the garage. Get familiar with their locations.
A Fire Extinguisher in you condo could save the day especially in a kitchen fire. Mount one close-by and where you see it everyday.
Here is one mounted in the pantry closet, four steps away from the stove. You can buy these at Home Depot, Lowes, or any hardware store. Read the labels. Ask for help. An "A,B,C" Tri-class should be appropriate for most areas. Extinguishers with a "10- B C" rating is recommended for kitchens. (Don't get one too heavy too lift.)