American Samoa § 20.1718 - Use of fire alarm required.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 20.1718 — Use of fire alarm required., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20.1718. Use of fire alarm required.
In the event of fire occurring on board any vessel in port, except vessels under way, such vessel shall sound 5 prolonged blasts of the whistle or siren as an alarm indicating fire on board at the dock to which the vessel is moored. Such signal shall be repeated at intervals to attract attention and is not a substitute for, but may be used in addition to, other means of reporting a tire. “Prolonged blast” means a blast of from 4 to 6 seconds’ duration.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 20.1718
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 20.1718 cover?
Section 20.1718 ("Use of fire alarm required.") is part of the American Samoa Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of American Samoa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite American Samoa § 20.1718?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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