FireChiefThirtyOne

Duty, Trust, and Honour... Proudly serving the residents of the Township of King!

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Happy New Year, Ontario! 🚨

As we welcome 2026, we’re sending warm wishes for a safe, healthy, and joyful year ahead.

🔥 NEW FIRE CODE REQUIREMENTS: Carbon monoxide alarms

The start of a new year is the perfect time to build strong safety habits, starting with a crucial update:

This year, Ontario's newly updated Fire Code requires carbon monoxide (CO) alarms on every storey of your home, not just near sleeping areas.

Ensure you have working CO alarms on every level of your home immediately.

Don't forget to test all your smoke and CO alarms today and review your home escape plan with everyone in your household.

Fire safety is more than a checklist—it’s a mindset that protects lives, property, and entire communities. Let’s carry that commitment into 2026 and continue working together to keep Ontario safe.

Learn more at https://t.co/jX2tr2b9bj

[Brampton Fire & Emergency Services @BramptonFireES]

🚨FIRE PREVENTION FRIDAY🚨

Have your dryer installed and serviced by a professional, and remember to...

➡️ Not use the dryer without a lint filter.
➡️Clean out the dryer’s lint filter before each use of the dryer. Remove the lint that has collected around the drum.
➡️Clean lint out of the vent pipe quarterly or have a dryer lint removal service do it for you. If you notice that it is taking longer than usual for your clothes to dry, it should be cleaned more often.
➡️ Install rigid or flexible metal venting material to sustain proper air flow and drying time to reduce the risk of fire or fire spread.
➡️Turn off the dryer when you leave home or go to bed.

#FirePreventionFriday #LaundrySafety

[Midland Fire Department @MidlandFire]

We would like to remind everyone to never discard cigarette or other smoking articles into plastic pots. Always use a metal tin that is kept away from your house.

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

NEVER put old lithium-ion batteries (from phones, tools, e-scooters) in the trash or regular recycling. Crushed batteries ignite, risking workers & property.

Take rechargeable batteries to a designated drop-off.

Learn more at https://t.co/Q96QuncDFy

#RecycleRight #BlackFriday

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

New gadget drops/dents? Damaged li-ion batteries are volatile!
STOP using/charging if you see:
• SWELLING/BULGING
• EXCESSIVE HEAT
• ODD SOUNDS/SMELLS
Move device to a safe, non-flammable spot (metal/concrete) outside & call the non-emergency fire line.
https://t.co/Q96QuncDFy

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

⚡️Toasters, coffeemakers, and microwaves should go directly into the outlet—no shortcuts! 🔌

If you need an extension cord, ensure it’s the right gauge and look for the certification mark CSA/ULC approved. For electronics and lights, stick to approved power bars.

[FireChiefThirtyOne @KingFc31]

Chief Bryan Burbidge’s Retirement Celebration – November 25, 2025 https://t.co/UOwlRsZtv4

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Lithium-ion devices—such as phones, laptops, toys, and tools—should never be charged on soft surfaces.

⚠️ Beds, couches, pillows = trapped heat.

✅ Safe charging = hard, flat surfaces.

#FirePreventionWeek | https://t.co/Q96QuncDFy

[Midland Fire Department @MidlandFire]

A residential fire spreads quickly and creates highly toxic smoke. Please ensure you have working smoke alarms and a plan to escape.

[Midland Fire Department @MidlandFire]

Accidents happen fast! Always keep your kitchen a #KidFreeZone, especially while cooking.

[Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) @ONFireChiefs]

This Sunday, September 28, is Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. If the next generation can test their smoke alarm, so can you. #SavedByTheBeep

[Oakville Fire Dept @oakvillefire]

🚨 Landlords & Tenants: Know Your Fire Safety Responsibilities! 🚨

Your home’s safety isn't optional — it's the law. 🔥

Ignorance isn’t an excuse. Stay informed. Stay protected.

#FireSafety #KnowTheLaw #Landlords #Tenants #SafeLiving #Oakville

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Mark your calendars—September 28 is Test Your Smoke Alarm Day! 🎉
It’s loud. It’s fun. It could save your life. 🔥
Get your family ready to press the button, hear the BEEP, and become official fire safety superstars! ⭐

#SavedByTheBeep #FireSafety #Countdown

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Most people think they have six minutes to escape a house fire – but they don't. A clear and well-practiced #HomeFireEscape plan can be the difference between life and death. #FireSafety

[Oakville Fire Dept @oakvillefire]

🔋 Stay Safe When You Power Up! 🔥

Lithium-ion batteries are powerful, but they need care! Stay C.H.A.R.G.E.D. for life and follow these safety tips. ⚡ Power up the right way, Oakville! #BatterySafety #StayCharged #Oakville

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

It’s the start of #NationalCleaningWeek and likely the moment you realize you meant to start #SpringCleaning the year before. As you jump into your annual spring cleaning routine, here’s a #Spring cleaning list for #FireSafety:

#springvibes #spring

[Brampton Fire & Emergency Services @BramptonFireES]

🚨Fire Prevention Friday 🚨

Make YOUR garage safer with these tips:

✅Keep your garage fire-safe with these simple tips:
✅Never BBQ or cook in your garage—it’s dangerous!
✅Refuel tools outside & wait for them to cool.
✅Use GFCI outlets and plug appliances directly into wall outlets; extension cords are for temporary use only.
✅Declutter flammable materials & tidy up regularly.
✅Use deep ashtrays & fully extinguish cigarette butts.

Learn more🔗: https://t.co/JM9QNk1XsG

#FirePreventionFriday ^TH

[Richmond Hill Fire @RHFES]

As we “spring forward”, don’t forget: changing your smoke and CO alarm batteries is a crucial step in protecting your home and loved ones - if your alarm uses long-life 🔋, you won’t need to replace them, but it’s still important to test them to ensure they’re working properly!

[John McBeth @JohnMcBeth]

Every month I get this email in my inbox from @onfiremarshal and our team in Public Education and Communications. A gentle reminder to test my smoke alarms each month.

Have you signed up for this reminder? #TestYourSmokeAlarmDay

[York Region @YorkRegionGovt]

#RamadanMubarak to #Muslims observing the holy month of #Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer and charity. York Region is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. Visit https://t.co/gkGuFkFodz to learn more. #InclusiveYR