Casselman Fire / Incendie

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Firefighters quickly contained a fire in an Orléans home this morning and safely rescued a dog from inside the residence. At approximately 09:07, the Ottawa Fire Services Communications Division received a call from a monitoring company reporting an active fire alarm in a two-storey, single-family home in the 200 block of Bevington Walk. The monitoring company advised they had spoken with the homeowner, who was en route to the residence and confirmed, through interior security cameras, that there was an active fire inside the home. Additional 9-1-1 callers driving past the residence also reported flames visible from the home. Firefighters arrived on scene four minutes after being dispatched and confirmed heavy smoke and flames venting from a first-storey bay window at the front of the residence. Crews initiated a fast attack, advancing a hose line to quickly knock down flames that had breached the bay window. Firefighters then made entry through the front door and continued extinguishment efforts while a secondary crew conducted a search of the home. During the search, Firefighters located a dog inside the residence and safely carried the animal outside. The dog was not injured. The fire was declared under control at 09:23, approximately 10 minutes after firefighters arrived on scene, before flames could spread further through the structure. Two complete searches of the home confirmed no occupants were inside. Firefighters opened walls to check for any fire extension, with none found. High-pressure fans were used to ventilate residual smoke from the home. There were no reported injuries. One adult and one child have been displaced as a result of the fire. An @OttFire investigator was dispatched to the scene to determine the cause. It was confirmed through interior security camera footage provided by the homeowner that the family dog had grabbed a skiing glove equipped with a lithium-ion battery used for heating. The dog brought the glove onto a couch and began chewing it, damaging the battery. The damaged lithium-ion battery subsequently failed and ignited, causing the fire. ‼️Safety Reminder: 
Lithium-ion batteries can pose a serious fire risk if they are damaged, punctured, crushed, or improperly handled. Residents are reminded to store items containing lithium-ion batteries safely, keep them out of reach of pets and children, and immediately stop using and properly dispose of any battery or device that shows signs of damage, swelling, overheating, or malfunction. #OttNews

This video is a perfect example of why Ontario has a law compelling drivers to move over for emergency vehicles and tow trucks. On January 2nd, shortly before 11:30am, #OttawaOPP were on scene of a collision on #Hwy417 near Bayshore when a vehicle collided with a tow truck! The vehicle drove past two cruisers, on the shoulder, and struck the tow truck. Thankfully, nobody was hurt. The driver now faces a $490 fine and three demerit points. If you see an emergency vehicle or tow truck with their lights on, slow down and move over. #OttTraffic ^mf

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Below is body worn camera footage from August 6th when #OttawaOPP stopped a vehicle for failure to move over for an emergency vehicle or tow truck. Shortly before 6am, #OPP members were assisting with a broken down vehicle on #Hwy417 near Terry Fox. This driver, who was a G1, drove past both members, even as one was motioning with his flashlight for her to move over. The driver was issued more than $700 in fines, including $490 for failing to move over. Her vehicle was also towed since she could not drive alone or on a 400 series highway. #OttTraffic ^mf

In Ontario, drivers are required by law to slow down and move over for emergency vehicles and tow trucks with their lights on. This provides safety for the emergency workers at the scene, as well as the people being attended to. The fine for not doing so is $490 and three demerit points. PC's Fathi and Babin, along with Firefighter Babin, with a safety message for all motorists. #OttawaOPP #RenfrewOPP @OttFire ^mf ^bb

Life jackets can save lives, but only if you wear them. Capsizing or falling overboard are the two leading causes of death in boating incidents, and wearing a life jacket can mean the difference between life and death. The OPP has responded to ten marine fatalities in eastern Ontario so far this summer. That’s more than double the number of drowning deaths at this time last year. In each incident in the region this summer, the victim has not been wearing a life jacket. “This is about education and changing the mindset to ensure everyone wears the proper gear, whether in a power boat or in a canoe. This is about coming home safely and ensuring that everyone, adults and children, are safe on or near the water.” – Chief Superintendent Lisa Wilhelm, OPP East Region Commander If you are on or near the water this summer, ensure that you AND your children are protected. Wear your life jackets. ^bd

Retired FDNY Lt. Michael Ciampo on cancer in the fire service plus, having a passion & purpose for the job. From Fire Engineering's FDIC 2025. @fireengineering @FDICevent

Un incendie double de taille toutes les 30 secondes, alors quand les secondes comptent, assurez-vous que nous pouvons compter sur votre borne d'incendie. Déblayez-la, dégagez un chemin et aidez-nous à vous aider. Quelques minutes d'effort peuvent sauver des vies !

A Fire doubles in size every 30 seconds, so when seconds count, make sure we can count on your hydrant. Shovel it out, clear a path, and help us help you. A few minutes of effort could save lives!

Major storm coming in so please remember that every second counts when there’s an emergency. Please be conscientious when you park on the street and leave enough room for Emergency Vehicles. It may be your family that is in need. #OttWeather #OttTraffic #OnStorm 🚒🚑🚓

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Venez encourager les Vikings de Casselman qui joueront pour une bonne cause! Come cheer on our Casselman Vikings as they’ll play for a great cause!