A burn ban is in effect for all of #MiltonON.

Today we celebrated Division Chief Gord Harse for 25 years of dedicated service with Milton Fire & Rescue Services. Thank you, DC Harse, for your continued leadership, commitment, and service to our community.

Milton Fire & Rescue Services is warning residents about fraudulent phone calls requesting donations on their behalf. These calls are not authorized by the Fire Department or the Town of Milton. Stay alert. Stay safe. For more info, please visit: ow.ly/4IUn50WiBql

Hey #MiltonON, we need your help!🌨️ If you have a fire hydrant on or near your property, please clear the snow and ice around it. This helps firefighters respond fast in an emergency. Your help could make a life-saving difference!

Our crews are working hard, but we need your help!❄️🚒 If you have a fire hydrant on your property, please clear the snow and ice around it. A buried hydrant can slow firefighters down in an emergency, and every second counts! We appreciate your help, stay safe #MiltonON!

Do you have a fire hydrant on your property? If you have a fire hydrant on your property or see one in your neighbourhood covered in snow, please help us out by clearing it of snow and ice. In an emergency, every second counts!

It’s busy in the kitchen during the holiday season! Which is why it is so important to remember kitchen safety: • Stay in the kitchen while cooking. • Keep flammable items away from the stove. • Install smoke alarms on every level of your home. Be mindful and stay alert!👨‍🍳

Who doesn’t love a festive smelling holiday candle?🕯 Candle Safety: • Use flameless candles if possible. • If using real candles, place them in sturdy holders,12 inches from anything flammable. • Store matches and lighters out of reach of kids and pets.

The weather outside may be frightful and the space heater inside feels delightful, but don’t forget about the importance of heating safety!❄️ Winter Heating Safety: • Keep space heaters 3 feet (1 meter) from anything flammable. • Never leave heaters unattended.

Have an extra set of lights to hang a little too far away from the wall plug?🔌 Only use extension cords as a temporary connection. Make sure cords never go under rugs as this can cause damage to the cord and cause a fire.

Ring in the new year safely! In the event of a fire make sure to choose a meeting place outside, a safe distance from your home. Examples: • A tree 🌳 • Streetlight💡 • Neighbour’s home🏠 In case of fire, everyone should go directly to this meeting place to be accounted for.

Keep your loved ones safe! Check out this smoke alarm checklist: ✅Install alarms on every level and outside bedrooms. ✅Test alarms monthly and replace batteries regularly. ✅Check the expiration date!