Edmonton Fire Rescue Services

HAPPENING TONIGHT! If you’re a high school student interested in firefighting or emergency services, THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU. Our annual Fire Cadet and High School Career Fair starts at 5 pm. Spaces are limited. Register at edmonton.ca/FireCadets

HAPPENING MARCH 18! The Fire Cadet program is the ultimate resume builder for high school students. If you're looking to gain unique skills, this opportunity is for you. Learn more at our annual career fair! Register today, edmonton.ca/FireCadets

SEEKING: High school students thinking of a career in firefighting or emergency services. Our Fire Cadet and High School Career Fair is the best way to learn how to make it happen! Hear about our Fire Cadet program from real instructors. Register at edmonton.ca/FireCadets

Daylight Saving Time begins this Sunday ☀️⏰. Remember to not only put your clocks ahead one hour, but also to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Learn more at edmonton.ca/SmokeAlarms

Today, we welcomed back the team to the newly reopened Highlands Fire Station #7! This rehabilitation project extended the station’s life and brought it up to the current City of Edmonton and Fire Rescue Services standards. Learn more at edmonton.ca/StationRevital….

Know a high school student interested in a career in fire or emergency services? Share this post with them! Our Fire Cadet and High School Career Fair is happening March 18. Register at: edmonton.ca/FireCadets

Please only call to report this odour if you have credible information of its origin. We encourage Edmontonians to close windows and doors after confirming the odour is not originating from inside your home.

We have received multiple reports of a natural gas odour in South Edmonton this morning. Please know that we are aware and working on locating the source. While we appreciate the reports, we kindly ask that 9-1-1 be kept available for immediate emergencies only.

ATTN: High school students! Looking to get a better understanding of what a career in fire or emergency services might look like? Check out our Fire Cadet and High School Career Fair on Wednesday, March 18! Register for your spot at edmonton.ca/FireCadets

Please be advised that Edmonton Fire Rescue crews are working on a structure fire which is impacting traffic in the following area: westbound 97 Ave is closed from Rossdale Road to 105 St while eastbound is down to a single lane, and southbound lanes on Bellamy Hill are closed from 97 Ave to 99 Ave.

Going for a winter walk? Ice is dangerous and deceiving. Keep pets leashed near water and low-lying trails to prevent accidents. If your pet or someone falls through, do not attempt a rescue. Call 911 immediately. Learn more: edmonton.ca/IceSafety

Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧🏮 Celebrate safely this season. Remember any use of fireworks without an approved permit is illegal and subject to enforcement. Fines can reach up to $10,000. Learn the rules, edmonton.ca/Fireworks

Meet Max! 🐾 Max loves exploring, but his curiosity can get him into trouble. The ice on the North Saskatchewan River is thin and dangerous. Be the smarter mammal, keep your dogs leashed and off the ice. Learn more: edmonton.ca/IceSafety

We hope you enjoy this long weekend with family and friends! If you’re heading out by the North Saskatchewan River - keep kids close and dogs on leashes. If your pet falls in, call 911 immediately. Learn more: edmonton.ca/IceSafety

Thinking of using fireworks? Remember, any use of fireworks without an approved permit is illegal and subject to enforcement. Fines can reach up to $10,000. Learn the rules: edmonton.ca/Fireworks

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services officially took home the city’s top spot in this year’s @CanadasLifeline ‘Sirens for Life’ blood drive! Thank you to everyone who rolled up their sleeves and participated in this event — and to everyone who donates throughout the year! 🚒❤️🩸

Heading out for a walk? Remember it's never safe to go on ice. If a person or pet falls through the ice, do not attempt to rescue them. Call 911 immediately and direct them to their location. First responders are trained to help. Learn more: edmonton.ca/IceSafety

Our firefighter applications close tomorrow night! We’re looking for unique skill sets, and hard working people to join our team @EdmontonFire. Visit joinEFRS.ca and submit your application now!

It’s more than a job, it’s a calling. Share your unique skills, past career, and lived experiences with the @EdmontonFire team! Applications to become an Edmonton firefighter close this Saturday, January 31. 🧑‍🚒 Learn more and apply today at joinEFRS.ca.

Going for a walk with your own Penny? Please keep your pets leashed around the river. If your pet or someone falls into the ice, do not go in after them. Instead, call 911 and keep them in your sight. Remember, it is never safe to go on the ice. edmonton.ca/icesafety