HLOB Fire Department

It’s Emergency Preparedness Week ✅ Preparedness starts at home—know your risks, have a 72‑hour kit ready, and stay informed. Small steps today can make a big difference in an emergency. Learn more: ow.ly/PnAz50YVfZJ #EPWeek2026

‼️Flood Warning in Effect for Huntsville – April 15 Update‼️ Water levels in the community continue to increase significantly as snowmelt and recent precipitation flow through the water system. Read the Media Release: ow.ly/8mLX50YJTbQ

NO DAYTIME BURNING is now in effect from April 1 to October 31 🔥 Open air burning is not permitted between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. during this period, which helps lower the risk of wildfires as conditions dry out. Thank you for helping keep our community safe.

🚒 Media Release | No Working Smoke Alarms at House Fire in Huntsville On March 11, 2026, at approximately 9:30 a.m., the HLOB Fire Department responded to a report of a fire at a home on Line Hill Road in Huntsville... 📃 Read the full release: ow.ly/pXHn50Ysxbo

🚒 Media Release | Quick Action by Staff Prevents Fire at Muskoka Traditions Retirement Home 📃 Read the full release: ow.ly/Hs9g50YpkvH

Media Release | Early Morning Structure Fire on Brunel Road 📃 Read the full release: ow.ly/NXM550YmpUv

Media Release | Fire Destroys One Home on Oak Ridge Road On February 5, 2026, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire on Oak Ridge Road in Huntsville.... 📃 Read the full release: ow.ly/JTer50Y9WWr

🚒 A proud day at Station 3 Hillside! January 20 was a special day in Hillside as firefighters welcomed their new Pumper truck. The crew gathered together to manually push it into the hall for the first time, keeping a long-standing fire service tradition alive.

Media Release | Air Fryer Appliance Causes Kitchen Fire in Huntsville 📃 Read the full release: ow.ly/Zkv450XVvUE

Media Release | Back-to-Back Calls Underscore Importance of Following Burning By-Laws 📃 Read the full release: ow.ly/k27850XTr42

Join our team! Submit your application to be a volunteer firefighter by this Sunday, November 30th. To be considered for this year’s round of recruits, interested individuals can submit their application to HLOBfire.ca/join.

One Week Away! 🥫✨ The 37th annual Project Porchlight Food Drive is on Wednesday, December 3 at 6:00 PM. 💡 Turn on your porchlight and leave non-perishable food donations at the end of your driveway or porch! We'll take care of it from there.

The 37th annual Project Porchlight Food Drive is on Dec 3 at 6 PM in Huntsville & Lake of Bays. 🚒 Crews will collect non-perishable food donations from your home in support of Salvation Army Huntsville. 💡 Turn on your porchlight & leave items at the end of your driveway/porch.

Many new connections are made when joining the Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department. To be considered for this year’s round of recruits, interested individuals can submit their application on HLOBfire.ca/join by November 30, 2025.

Stay safe this winter by having a 72-hour emergency kit. A well-organized kit ensures you have what you need—and can find it quickly. Keep it portable, accessible, and make sure everyone knows where it’s stored. Learn more: ow.ly/wbEh50XgjwH

The Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department is seeking passionate and engaged members of the community to join the service as volunteer firefighters. Submit your application by November 30th to be part of our team! Learn more: hlobfire.ca/join

Many connections are formed when volunteering at the Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department. Meet our team at the Information Session tonight at 7:00 pm, Station 1. To learn more about applying, visit: hlobfire.ca/join

Are you prepared for the winter season? From power outages to snowstorms, ensure you are prepared with a 72-hour emergency kit, including flashlights, water, food and medication. Learn more at ow.ly/9JF450XgnEq

Being a volunteer firefighter at the Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department is rewarding. Learn more about the team and fire department at our upcoming Information Session on November 10th at 7:00 pm, Station 1. Join our team today: huntsville.ca/join

Interested in joining our team? Attend our Information Session next Monday, November 10 at 7:00 pm to learn what it takes to serve your community! Applications are now open! To learn more, visit: hlobfire.ca/join