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Ontario, Canada
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Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Today Prince Edward County received $164,450 in funding from the Ontario Government through the Fire Protection Grant to support the municipalities firefighter cancer prevention program.
Learn more here: thecounty.ca/county_news_not…
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
1…2…3… PUSH!
🚒 Prince Edward County firefighters joined with Council members to ceremoniously push the new pumper into the Picton fire station on McDonald Drive.
🐴 Horses-drawn fire apparatus of the 18th and early 19th centuries could not be backed into the fire station when returning from a fire call Firefighters would disconnect the horse from the fire apparatus and manually push the apparatus into the station.
🎉 Today, push-in ceremonies pay tribute to former firefighters and fire service traditions. The act of pushing a fire truck into the station unites firefighters, local government officials and members of the public to celebrate investments in public safety.
🔥 The new pumper truck is replacing a 26-year-old pumper. The apparatus will primarily support fire ground operations in the wards of Picton, Bloomfield, Hallowell, and North Marysburgh. The truck will also respond to calls in Sophiasburgh and South Marysburgh wards to ensure that critical incidents involving interior fire attack and rescue operations are supported by a frontline-rated apparatus
Learn more: thecounty.ca/county_news_not…
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
It's National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week April 20 - 26, 2025!
#PECOPP, @HQPSParamedics, @fire_pec and @QuinteHealth teamed up today for an important message. Together, we can make a life-saving impact. Donate organs and tissue and give someone a second chance at life. #BeADonor #GiftofLife @GreenShirtDay
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
As we approach the end of the winter season and warmer temperatures arrive, #PECOPP and @fire_pec want to encourage people to stay off the ice due to significant safety concerns. Water safety should be taken very seriously, and every precaution should be taken to keep yourselves, your pets and children safe! If you see someone in distress or anyone who is in danger should call 9-1-1 immediately. Remember, no ice is safe ice!
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Want to give back to your community but not sure how to get started? Consider becoming a volunteer firefighter! Volunteers work alongside full-time firefighters and are an integral part of the fire service. 🚒 🔥 🧯
Visit: festi.ca/how-to-become-a-vol… to find out more.
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Did you remember to ‘fall back’ and set your clocks back an hour? A good habit is to change the batteries in your carbon monoxide and smoke alarms every fall and spring when you set your clocks back and forward. ⏰🔥
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Fires can spread in minutes.
Having working smoke alarms isn’t just a precaution—it’s a commitment to protect what matters most.
Test yours every month—don’t wait for a tragedy. If it’s been 10 years, replace it now.
Time is everything—take action today.
#FirePreventionWeek
ALT Advertisement from The Office of the Fire Marshal emphasizing the importance of functional smoke alarms, featuring two children reading a book under the light of a flashlight with the text 'Only working smoke alarms work for you' and a reminder to test smoke alarms monthly and replace them every ten years.
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Mayor Steve Ferguson has proclaimed October 6 - 12, as Fire Prevention Week throughout the County.
Prince Edward County is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those living in and visiting our community.
The 2024 Fire Prevention Week theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you".
Roughly half of fire deaths happen in homes with either no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms. Residents are reminded to test smoke alarms at least once a month.
For more information on Fire Prevention in Prince Edward County click here: thecounty.ca/residents/servi…
Read the full proclamation: thecounty.ca/wp-content/uplo…
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
It's shaping up to be another busy summer at @SandbanksPP. Emergency services partners gathered this week to make sure we are ready. Do your part: drive, hike and boat safely AND be safe in the water. Keep an eye on kids. Have fun, but ALWAYS keep safety in mind!
#SummerSafety
ALT First responders and other emergency services personnel.
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
It's important to know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning. These can include headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, or flu-like symptoms.
If you suspect you may be affected, evacuate the area immediately and get to an environment with fresh air.
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Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Do you live in a green-light community? Support your local volunteer firefighters en route to an emergency by yielding the right-of-way to flashing green lights. Your consideration supports a quicker response and goes a long way in improving response times.
#GreenLights
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
#PrinceEdOPP reminding the public that today is National Life Jacket Day! Do your part and be safe on the water @fire_pec @HQPSParamedics ^am
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue (PECFR) will transition to a new fire dispatch service beginning Tuesday, March 26. During this seamless transition, residents can still call 9-1-1 during fire emergencies. Learn more: thecounty.ca/county_news_not…
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Last night, #424Sqn was called to assist @OPP_CR and Prince Edward County firefighters with a humanitarian #SAR case: people on an ice floe in Wellers Bay, Lake Ontario. A CH-146 Griffon hoisted two fishers to safety aboard the helicopter and transferred them to EMS. #Rescue
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
#Recall: @GovCanHealth warns that FirstPower 4000mAh V6 Battery Replacement for Dyson V6 Series Vacuums may pose a risk of fire and burns.
Stop using the product and contact your municipality for safe disposal of lithium-ion batteries.
Find out more at:
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Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Unsure of how to begin your Home Fire Escape Planning? Good thing we have this short #explainervideo to walk you through it all!
#HomeFireEscape
#FireSafety
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Welcome to a new year and to national #FireFighterCancerAwarenessMonth. This month the IAFF & our affiliates across Canada are focusing on the toll job-related cancers have taken on fire fighters, and what we can do together to reduce that toll going forward. #FightCancer #IAFF
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
🕰️ Clocks go back Sunday, Nov 5.
🚨 Remember: Change you clocks, change your #smokealarm batteries. Only #WorkingSmokeAlarmsSaveLives!
#firesafety #lifesafety #publicsafety #ONsafety #SavedByTheBeep #ontario #fallback #wintertime
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Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
#DYK A closed door may slow the spread of smoke, heat, and fire – and could make a life-saving difference in your home. Make closing the bedroom door part of your nightly routine before sleep.
#CloseBeforeYouDoze #FireSafety
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue retweeted
Turkey, pumpkin pie, and all the fixin’s are on our minds this #Thanksgiving. Always stay in the kitchen while cooking. Don’t be a turkey: If you must leave, turn off the stove.
#happyholidays
#FireSafety
#FirePreventionWeek
#Cooking
