Chatham-Kent Fire

LTVCA has upgraded their Watch to a Flood Warning. Water levels are high and will continue to rise. Please avoid the river, ditches and streams and do not drive through flooded roadways. During a flood be sure to follow all safety instructions provided by emergency responders.

Flood Watch in effect for Chatham-Kent.
 LTVCA: lowerthames-conservation.on.ca/flood-watch.../
 SCRCA: scrca.on.ca/flood-watch-ma… Stay informed & prepare your home: ontario.ca/page/floods
 Sign up for CKAlert for municipal updates: member.everbridge.net/76486388219949… Be ready to evacuate with an emergency kit.

Station 14 - Erieau & Station 18 - Blenheim participated in an Ice Water Rescue exercise in Erieau on Sunday.

On Women’s Day, we recognize the strength, skill, and dedication of women firefighters who serve their communities with courage and compassion. Women in the fire service break barriers and lead with confidence.

⏰ It’s TIME to #SpringAhead this weekend! When you change your clocks, change the batteries in all your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. If you need help with checking, installing, or replacing your alarms, send us a message. We’re here to help! #ChangeYourClocks

Water Levels Continue to Rise, Potential for flooding. Please avoid rivers, ditches, and streams. Slippery banks and fast‑moving, cold water can be extremely dangerous. Standing water can also hide unseen hazards. facebook.com/share/p/18YNAe…

Warm temps, melting snow & rain may cause high water levels + localized flooding. Smaller watercourses may spill into low areas. Thames River could flood Delaware→Thamesville, incl. downtown Chatham sidewalk. Stay clear of waterways & sign up for CKAlert: chatham-kent.ca/services/Pages…

Fraudsters Posing as Fire & Safety Inspectors: The @OPP_WR are warning businesses about a scam involving individuals pretending to be safety and fire inspectors. If you suspect fraud: Contact @CKPSMedia facebook.com/share/p/1aeFHW…

Crews will be returning to the area of West Street tomorrow to visit homes, check alarms and chat about fire safety with residents.

CK Fire responded to a house fire at 136 West Street in Chatham yesterday at 5:15 pm. No injuries. Smoke alarms alerted the occupants—please make sure yours are working and book a CHiRP Home Alarm Check my visiting ckfire.ca More info: chatham-kent.ca/fire/about/med…

At 3:06 a.m., Chatham-Kent Fire & Rescue responded to a house fire at 61 Ebenezer St. W in Ridgetown. Crews from Stations 11 and 10 arrived to find the home fully involved. More info: chatham-kent.ca/fire/about/med…

Fire crews from Station #1 & #2 - Chatham responded to a multi-unit residential fire at 140 King Street East, Chatham, just before 5:40 p.m. on February 12. chatham-kent.ca/fire/about/med…

At 10:20 a.m., Stations 1 and 2 responded to reports of smoke at 85 Pine Street. Crews found a mattress on fire inside a unit. No injuries and no one displaced. More info: chatham-kent.ca/fire/about/med…

❄️ Don’t forget your vents! Snow‑covered furnace or dryer vents can cause carbon monoxide buildup. 🏠 Book a FREE CHiRP Check to make sure your smoke & CO alarms are working properly chatham-kent.ca/fire/events/Pa… 🚨 CO alarm sounding? Get out and call 9‑1‑1.

Crews from Stations 1 & 2 responded to smoke in the hallways at 99 McNaughton Ave W, Chatham, and located an apartment fire on the second floor. No injuries reported. OFM is investigate today. More information: chatham-kent.ca/fire/about/med…

Update on morning fire on Talbot St E #Blenheim chatham-kent.ca/fire/about/med…

Fire crews from Station #18 - Blenheim, Station #12 - North Harwich, and Station #14 - Erieau are currently responding to a fire at 83 Talbot Street East in Blenheim, reported shortly before 7:30 this morning; firefighters are on scene and residents are advised to avoid the area.

If you are planning to travel today, please exercise caution and ensure your vehicle is equipped with a safety kit in the event of an emergency. For information on essential items to include in your kit, visit canada.ca/en/services/po… Do you have to travel today?

Happy Halloween! Check out our tips for a safe & fun night: nfpa.org/education-and-…

Thanks to Whitney from @ckfiredept for joining us this morning to talk about Fire Prevention Month and CHiRP Day in CK! Firefighters will be hitting the streets to check smoke & CO alarms and chat about fire safety. Request a CHiRP check at ⬇️ ckfire.ca