TVFDFirePrevention

🚨Torbay mark your calendar. Hear our sirens, see our lights!🚨

Friendly reminder to check your smoke alarms batteries 🔋 along with the replacement date of the alarm. Working smoke alarms save lives!

Leaving lighters within reach of children is a recipe for disaster. Even "child-resistant" lighters aren't foolproof—curious kids can figure them out in seconds. Keep lighters out of sight and out of reach, locked away in a drawer or cabinet. @ONeducation

🚨Recall Alert🚨Joovy – Tricycoo Tricycle-Stroller recalled due to strangulation and entrapment hazards. recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recal…

🚨Training🚨Our members will be conducting an ice rescue training session at Whiteways Pond in Torbay. This training ensures our Department can respond to ice/water emergencies in Torbay, Flatrock and our neighboring Communities under Mutual Aid Agreements.

Kids learn #FireSafety & escape planning through fire drills in their schools. Have you taken time to review & practice YOUR home fire escape plan? 🔥🏠🔀 🌳👪 safekids.org/other-resource…

Test and clean your smoke alarms today! Smoke alarms should be tested every month to make sure they are working properly. Don’t skip this quick task that can make a world of a difference. Learn more: canada.ca/en/health-cana…

🚨Recall Alert🚨PureVolt Photoelectric Smoke Detector recalled due to potential failure to operate. recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recal…

🚨Recall Alert🚨LOGiiX Piston Power 5000 Mag Power Banks recalled due to fire hazard recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recal…

Remember, Roses are red, violets are blue, smoke alarms need replacing, as soon as they're due!💝

😍Looking for a date this Valentines?😍Check the one on your smoke alarms. Once they're 10 years past the date of manufacture they need to be replaced. Working smoke alarms save lives. 💟Chocolates & flowers may be nice, give the gift of safety and upgrade your smoke alarms.💝💘

Check the date, if your smoke alarm was manufactured before February 2016, it needs to be replaced. #FireSafety

Hey parents & teachers, check out these great printable #FireSafety activities for kids from @Sparky_Fire_Dog. sparky.org/activities

Stay warm out there. If you know of anyone who may be struggling to keep warm reach out a neighborly hand, even if just to check in. Keep our Communities safe.

Never use a stove or oven to heat your home. Check on neighbors & family members who might need extra help during extreme cold or #WinterWeather. #COsafety #FireSafety

🚨Recall Alert🚨Angry Orange Stain Removers recalled due to risk of exposure to bacteria recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recal…

🚨Recall Alert🚨ANNQUAN Brand Power Strips recalled due to fire hazard recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recal…

We’re halfway through January and your new holiday tech is officially broken in. New phone? Tablet? E-scooter? Drone? If it came with a lithium-ion battery, chances are you’ve already drained it (maybe more than once). Now’s the time to recharge safely. Here’s how to keep your gear powered up without powering up risk: • charge in a safe spot on a flat, hard surface. Not on beds, couches, or near flammable materials • use the right charger - stick to manufacturer-approved cables and adapters • avoid overnight charging - it’s convenient, but increases fire risk that can lead to overheating • watch for warning signs - swelling, heat, or strange smells mean stop using immediately • never modify batteries • test smoke and CO alarms - especially near charging areas Lithium-ion batteries are powerful, but they need proper care. Charge smart. Stay safe. Enjoy your tech. More tips at ChargedForLife.ca

Keep fire hydrants in your neighbourhood clear.

🔥Working smoke alarms save lives. Make sure your home🏠 has working smoke alarms installed on each level near bedrooms and also in each sleeping area/bedroom.🔥