We would like to officially recognize these new probationary firefighters and welcome them to our BFR family. They joined just before the COVID-19 pandemic and we were able to restart recruit training today . Welcome Mike , Amber ,Brittany and Jesse #BFR
Update #12 - COVID-19
On Friday June 19, 2020 Lambton County will enter Stage 2 of the Framework for Reopening our Province. The list of essential workplaces continues to be updated, and can be viewed here:
https://t.co/CMyB0SyesR
Brooke Fire Rescue flags are at half mast untill Saturday morning as we honour a retired Firefighter for his 25 years of dedicated service . Firefighter Doug Coleman began his time with Alvinston and District Fire Department. Rest easy FF # 19 - we will take it from here #BFR
This afternoon, the Provincial government announced the County of Lambton has been given approval to proceed to Stage 2. This change will come into effect Friday, June 19 at 12:01 a.m.
Read the full news release here: https://t.co/RXJMgp1zYt
Training doesn't and cant stop even during a pandemic . Great work too all our firefighters during these times - you are so valuable for the safety of our Municipality. #BrookeFireRescue#AlvinstonFire#InwoodFire
This weeks training was Pumper Operations for the Alvinston and Inwood Station firefighters. New protocals for COVID-19 included enhanced monitoring of our firefighters and wearing mask when we cant social distance but it's worth it in the end .
Emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere. Severe weather and accidents can strike any community. Brooke Fire encourages residents to be prepared for 72 hours by creating a plan , building a kit and staying informed. For more information https://t.co/5KdQwagouG
πAttention Residents:
Please don't be alarmed if you see our trucks out more frequently.
We're starting outdoor training exercises. It might seem like we're out more frequently, & we will be, as we've added more nights of training to keep numbers small for physical distancing
With some restrictions being lifted and more motorists on the road, please be cautious and aware of our firefighters if youβre approaching accidents/incidents. Make sure to move over and slow down for emergency vehicles and others working along roadways. Take care
May 12 2020 - Brooke Fire Rescue Alvinston responded to the area of Centre and Walnut Street in Alvinston for a general fire alarm. Upon arrival dispatch advised it was a false alarm. Crews attended and confirmed false alarm. All units are clear and command terminated
With everyone at home and cooking we need to be extra careful! Cooking related fires are on the rise in Ontario!
NEVER leave cooking unattended.
Keep children away from hot stoves and ovens.
Keep your stove top clear of combustable items.
Respect and Condolences from all of us at Brooke Fire Rescue sent to Nova Scotia RCMP , all our brother and sister firefighters and the citizens of Nova Scotia #NSStrong
This week is National Public Safety Telecommunications Week. Communication Officers are the first point of contact when police, fire or ambulance are required. Thank you to our partners at Wallaceburg CACC and all Communication Officers for everything you do!
Effective immediately due to COVID-19 provincial order all playground area - skate park and dog parks in the Municipality of Brooke Alvinston are closed until further notice. We will be releasing a further statement and notice soon