New Minas Fire Dept

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Providing fire protection to New Minas & area with pride since 1968. We are a 100% volunteer organization.

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The crew of Engine 12 and Ladder 42 took advantage of some new construction tonight.

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Today, on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible women of our team and others who lead, inspire, and shape our communities every day. Women play a vital role in making our organization stronger.

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As we welcome 2025, let’s celebrate safely & responsibly. Please remember: don’t drink and drive

Thank you for making our community safer every day by making responsible choices. From all of us at the New Minas Fire Department, we wish you a joyful, healthy, and fire-safe 2025!

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Tonight the crews from #Rescue32 🚒 #Rescue51 & #Engine12 🚒 hit the streets of @NewMinasRec and @KingsCountyNS delivering mail 💌 on behalf of Santa 🎅

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First morning of some unexpected black ice in some areas. Travel safely this morning folks!

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Chief James Redmond was recently honored as one of 20 recipients of the King’s Coronation Medal, commemorating the coronation of King Charles III.

Congratulations Chief!!

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🚨 Reminder: There will be an Alert Ready test today at 1:55 PM.

This is only a test, designed to ensure the system works to keep us informed during emergencies. Take a moment to review your family’s emergency plans!

#AlertReady #EmergencyPreparedness

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Today, we all pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed to protect our freedoms. Their courage, resilience, and dedication to our country will never be forgotten.

Lest we forget. 🌹

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🔔 Time to Fall Back! 🔔 Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour! This is also the perfect reminder to change the batteries and test your smoke alarms. A working smoke alarm can save lives, so take a few minutes to ensure yours are ready. Stay safe and prepared!

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Thanks to our crew from Ladder42 along with the crew from @HantsportFire06 Ladder41 for the great day of training today.

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🔋 Change your smoke alarm batteries when you change your clocks! This simple task can save lives. Stay safe and make your alarms work for you! #FireSafety #SmokeAlarmTips #FirePreventionWeek

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⏰ When the smoke alarm beeps, you need to act! Create a fire escape plan and practice it with your family. Remember, smoke alarms save lives—make them work for you! #FireEscape #SafetyPlan #FirePreventionWeek

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🛠️ Is your smoke alarm more than 10 years old? It’s time for a replacement! Keep your family safe by making sure your alarms are up to date. Make them work for you! #SmokeAlarms #SafetyFirst #FirePreventionWeek

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🚨 Your smoke alarm is your first line of defense! Ensure it’s installed in every bedroom and on every level of your home. Don't wait—make them work for you! #HomeSafety #FirePreventionWeek

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🔥 Did you know smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a fire by 50%? Test yours monthly and replace the batteries twice a year. Make them work for you! #FireSafety #SmokeAlarms

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In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day, we reflect on the importance of honoring Indigenous communities and their histories. Today, we take a moment to acknowledge the past, and commit ourselves to fostering respect, understanding, and unity in all that we do.

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The membership of the New Minas Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank our supporters of the Firefighter 50/50 lotto. We pride ourselves on the training and equipment we are able to maintain. Here is the final peices of our Swift Water Rescue gear that arrived today.

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Kings Co: New Minas-Please be advised that Commercial Street and the New Minas Connector Road are now open to all traffic

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Kings Co-New Minas-Please be advised that Commercial Street is closed from the New Minas Connector Rd to Crescent Drive. Also, the North Bound lane is closed on the New Minas Connector Rd from Prospect Rd to Commercial Street due to MVC